Technical Manager (FOOD) - #1704126

Technical Manager (Food)
£40'000 - £60'000 (DOE) + Progression + Holiday + Pension + Benefits
Monday - Friday
Shawbury - Shropshire
Are you a Technical Manager from a Food Production / Manufacturing background looking for the next exciting step in your career with a well-established forward thinking company?
This well-established, family run company have built a great reputation over the years & have a loyal client base. Over the past year they have invested heavily in state-of-the-art equipment to accommodate their recent expansion of product lines.
This forward-thinking company have big plans & exciting projects in the pipeline and due to this continued growth, they are now looking for a Technical Manager from a food background to join their passionate and successful team.
The new Technical Manager will have an innovative approach and will look to contribute to the company growth and development targets by providing technical expertise and a passion for new projects as well as knowledge of emerging food trends.
In this role you will be responsible for the continuous development of the food safety and quality management system and maintenance of Food Safety certifications alongside supporting the Sales and Procurement Teams by liaising with suppliers and customers on technical issues. You will work closely with the Senior Management team to ensure all Food Safety, Quality and Legal requirements are controlled and met.
This position would suit an experienced and innovative Technical Manager, with strong leadership skills and previous experience within the food industry looking to work for a well-established, progressive company who will invest in your long-term training, development & progression as they continue to grow.
The role:
*Audit and maintenance of food safety and quality system documentation, specifically all records, document control and ensuring all QA checks are carried out to the required standard.
*HACCP Team Leader - ensuring the HACCP system remains fully implemented, monitored, and reviewed.
*People Management, training and motivation of staff carrying out technical functions.
*Audits, Hygiene, Traceability and recall tests, allergens, risk assessment, commissioning laboratory testing and interpretation of results
*New product development
* Management of supplier information, including the up-to-date approved supplier list, self- assessment questionnaires, certification and specification maintenance
The person:
*An experienced Technical Manager from a food background
*HND / Degree in Sciences ideally a food science related subject.
*Level 3 HACCP (minimum) & Level 4 Food Safety Management
* Lead Auditor qualification
*Sound understanding of all aspects of UK Food Law
*Ability to implement and drive improvement programs
*Passionate about food trends and looking to be part of an exciting company with big projects & new product lines as part of your role
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click 'Apply Now' or contact Sarah Hibberd at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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