Technical Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Technical Manager to lead our Quality Assurance function within our packhouse operation in Ash. Reporting to the General Packhouse Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the site remains audit-ready and fully compliant with Food Safety, Quality, Legality, and BRCGS standards.

This is a key leadership role within the business, offering the opportunity to drive continuous improvement across technical, compliance and production performance.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day activities of the Quality Assurance team
Ensure compliance with BRCGS standards, customer specifications and food safety legislation
Lead internal audits, GMP and hygiene inspections
Prepare and support external audits, including responding to auditor queries
Manage traceability exercises for product and packaging
Oversee product specifications in line with customer master specifications
Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances, implementing corrective actions
Conduct supplier, grower and customer technical compliance checks
Prepare monthly Quality Service Level, CCPM and shelf-life analysis reports
Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in production efficiencyWe are looking for someone who is:

Experienced within a fresh produce or food production environment
Knowledgeable in BRCGS standards and customer compliance requirements
Organised, proactive and solution-focused
Confident leading audits and managing corrective actions
Strong in written and verbal communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Able to work cross-functionally and bring innovative ideas to the teamWhat We Offer

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Opportunity to shape and lead the technical function
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Ongoing professional developmentIf you are a motivated Technical professional looking to take ownership of quality and compliance within a growing fresh produce business, we would love to hear from you.

For further information please contact Luan Harrison at MorePeople on (phone number removed)