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Assistant Technical Manager

Kent Permanent £30,000 - £35,000 per year View Job Description
This newly created position provides a unique chance to collaborate closely with the clients Technical and Production Teams, playing a key role in advancing food safety, ensuring compliance, and promoting continuous improvement.The client is looking for someone with a solid technical background in food manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and a proactive mindset for tackling challenges.
  • Join a well-established, food manufacturer with a well-known product range.
  • Opportunity to work closely with the Technical Manager to drive food safety.

About Our Client

  • The client is one of the UK's oldest family-owned food companies, the company produces a wide array of food and drink products including pickles, baking ingredients, and cocktail garnishes.
  • The client supplies major UK supermarkets such as Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, ASDA, Waitrose, and Marks & Spencer, as well as independent retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice providers.
  • The client has a workforce of over 100 employees, and continues to uphold its commitment to quality and tradition in the food industry.

Job Description

  • Assist the Technical Manager and act as their deputy when required.
  • Ensure adherence to BRCGS standards, retailer requirements, and food safety regulations.
  • Lead audits, risk assessments, and evaluations of key processes.
  • Champion ongoing improvements in food safety and product quality.
  • Oversee the review and approval of policies, procedures, and product artwork.



The Successful Applicant

  • A degree in a food science or related discipline.
  • At least three years of experience within the food manufacturing industry.
  • In-depth understanding of BRCGS requirements and major retailer standards.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
Contact
Adele Green
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6720470
Phone number
+442072692103

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Quality, Technical
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Kent
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Adele Green
Consultant phone
+442072692103
Job reference
JN-042025-6720470