Assistant Technical Manager
Zest
Working closely with the Technical Manager, you will support the leadership of the technical and quality function while helping to maintain the highest standards across the factory floor. You will also step up in the absence of the Technical Manager and provide guidance and direction to the wider technical team.
Key Responsibilities:
-Support the Technical Manager in the day-to-day running of the technical and quality department
-Lead the technical function in the absence of the Technical Manager
-Support and manage all external audits including BRC and customer/retailer audits
-Ensure the site remains audit-ready at all times through effective management of the internal audit schedule
-Support customer visits and external inspections
-Drive technical standards and continuous improvement initiatives across the factory
-Coach, mentor and support the development of teams across the business
-Promote a strong food safety and quality culture throughout the site
-Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRC and retailer standards
Requirements:
-Proven experience within a similar Technical or Assistant Technical Manager role within food manufacturing
-Strong working knowledge of BRC and retailer standards
-Solid understanding of HACCP principles and food safety systems
-Previous experience supporting external audits and customer visits
-Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop teams
-Excellent communication and organisational skills
-A proactive and hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
Salary - £45,000 - £50,000
The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV - alternatively you can send through your C.V to (url removed) or phone (phone number removed).
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