Factory Technical Manager

Job description

Alexander Steele are working with a leading food manufacturer in Hertfordshire to appoint an Factory Technical Manager. This is a key, site-based leadership role with full responsibility for driving quality standards, compliance, and continuous improvement across a fast-paced food manufacturing operation.

On Offer

• Salary circa £55,000 + bonus
• 33 days holiday
• Company pension
• Healthcare options
• Exciting learning and career development opportunities

Key Accountabilities

• Management of the site QMA, ensuring it remains compliant with customer, legal, and industry requirements
• Plan, manage, and host internal and external audits, ensuring actions are completed effectively and on time
• Maintain robust standards in line with GMP, BRC, and relevant food safety frameworks
• Work cross functionally across the site to embed quality and food safety principles throughout manufacturing activities
• Manage customer complaint investigations, delivering thorough root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Ensure technical records, procedures, and performance data are accurate, current, and effectively used
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality, food safety, and compliance culture across the site

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Quality or Technical Management position within a food manufacturing environment
• A Food Science degree or equivalent qualification is highly desirable
• HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3 certification (or higher)
• Strong, hands on knowledge of BRC standards with proven experience working to UK retailer requirements
• Confident in applying technical standards in a fast-paced, site-based manufacturing setting

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Welwyn Garden City

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English