Alexander Steele Recruitment has partnered with a leading food manufacturing group supplying a wide range of delicious products to retailers and foodservice outlets across the UK. We are supporting them in appointing a Technical Manager at their site in South Wales.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager who’s ready to step up into a more senior role

On offer:

Salary circa £50,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Enhanced company pension

The role:

Develop, implement, and maintain technical and quality strategies aligned with company objectives. Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Lead and manage the technical function, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence. Oversee product quality assurance and control processes to guarantee consistent product standards. Manage and coordinate internal and external audits, including customer and third-party inspections. Act as the primary technical contact for key customers and stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships. Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for product quality or safety issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including production, NPD, hygiene, and supply chain—to support new product development and process improvements. Ensure effective documentation and control of technical specifications, procedures, and quality records. Monitor and report on KPIs, implementing improvements where necessary. Lead training and development initiatives to enhance technical knowledge and compliance across the site. Stay up to date with industry trends, legislative changes, and best practices to advise the business accordingly. Support the company’s health and safety policies, ensuring a safe working environment.

Candidate:

Degree in Food Science or equivalent experience Level 3 Food Safety & Level 3 HACCP certifications Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey clear strategies to stakeholders at all levels Highly organised and detail-oriented Computer literate, with strong skills in Excel and spreadsheets Energetic, optimistic, and proactive mindset