Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsDepartment autonomy and hands-on decision makingScale-up and high-growth Food Manufacturing BrandAbout Our ClientBased in Oxfordshire, my client is a growing food manufacturer that produces its own brand, available in major UK retailers nationwide. They are expanding and seeking an experienced, hands-on Technical Manager to lead the Quality, Food Safety, and Technical departments. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in building the team and preparing for their first BRC audit.Job DescriptionDesign, implement, maintain, and improve the HACCP-based Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with BRC, SALSA, industry best practices, and legislative requirements.Review and enhance existing quality management policies and systems.Lead new product/process introductions, including specifications, product info, and proofing.Monitor factory hygiene, cleanliness, and housekeeping through floor audits and action plans for non-conformances.Manage corrective actions for non-conforming products, ingredients, and returns, ensuring quick resolution.Provide technical guidance, training, and support to other departments to raise technical awareness.Drive product, process, and environmental improvements to meet customer and legislative standards, tracking progress against KPIs.Report daily to the operations team, supporting problem-solving and continuous improvement.Liaise with customers/statutory bodies during audits, implementing corrective actions and compiling response reports.Manage serious incidents, corrective actions, and preventive measures.Lead crisis management testing and water quality management.Actively seek to minimize environmental impact by reducing waste and promoting recycling.Measure performance against internal/external standards (e.g., BRC, HACCP), and lead the HACCP team to maintain compliance with HACCP/TACCP/VACCP systems.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree strongly preferred5+ years of experience in Technical/Quality roles within food manufacturingExtensive BRC audit experience; ideally with experience establishing BRC standards from the ground upHACCP certification requiredComfortable working independently and in a lean, dynamic environmentHands-on, with 60-70% of time spent on the factory floorMust be able to commute to the Wallingford area (own vehicle and valid UK driving licence required)Proven experience in continuous improvement and a strong operational/business mindsetAdaptable, collaborative team player, with a passion for building and developing processes from scratchWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary25+ days holiday, birthday off, plus bank holidaysAutonomy to shape and create your own impactOpportunities for professional growth and developmentContactSally Ristine-BarrattQuote job refJN-042025-6729040Phone number+44 207 269 2108Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorQuality, TechnicalSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationWallingfordContract typePermanentConsultant nameSally Ristine-BarrattConsultant phone+44 207 269 2108Job referenceJN-042025-6729040
