Technical Manager
Cambridge - £65,000 + Car Allowance
We’re looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business at their Cambridge site. Reporting directly to the MD and working closely with the Senior Management Team, you’ll coordinate all aspects of Quality, Safety, Legality and Integrity across UK sites and the trading business.
This is a senior role with genuine scope for progression and a seat at the top table to help shape strategy and drive a strong food safety and quality culture.
Key responsibilities:
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Lead and develop food safety, quality and compliance standards.
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Manage and improve the Quality Management System, driving continuous improvement.
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Support operations, supply chain and commercial teams on all technical matters.
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Be the main point of contact for technical support, retailer standards and customer complaints.
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Promote customer requirements and food safety awareness throughout the business.
What we’re looking for:
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5+ years in senior food safety/quality roles, ideally as a Technical Manager.
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Strong knowledge of UK & EU food safety regulations, auditing and retailer standards.
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Hands-on experience with HACCP (Level 4+), QMS, GFSI and Total Quality Management.
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A background in milling or similar manufacturing would be a bonus.
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Relevant food science degree, full driving licence, and strong people management skills.
If you’re proactive, detail-focused and keen to make a real impact in a growing business, get in touch.
