Technical Services Manager

Technical Services Manager

Location: London
Salary: £50,000-£60,000

About the Role

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking a Technical Services Manager to take ownership of food safety, quality systems, and compliance across a high-volume production site.

This is a key leadership role where you'll drive standards, support operational excellence, and ensure compliance with both legal and internal requirements. You'll also play a pivotal role in embedding a strong food safety culture across site.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a small team within the technical function
- Oversee food safety, quality, and hygiene standards across production
- Manage and continuously improve quality management systems
- Ensure compliance with UK food regulations and customer standards
- Act as the site lead for internal and external audits
- Investigate and manage food safety or quality incidents
- Partner with operations and central technical functions to drive best practice
- Support product launches and specification compliance
- Deliver training and coaching to site teams on food safety and quality
- Support senior technical leadership as required

About You
- Strong background in food manufacturing (FMCG preferred)
- Proven experience within a technical/quality leadership role
- Confident managing audits, compliance, and quality systems
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Passionate about food safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Able to influence and engage teams in a fast-paced environment

Desirable
- Degree in Food Science or related discipline
- HACCP Level 3 or above
- Experience within high-volume or short shelf-life production

Why Apply?
- Key role in a well-established, high-performing business
- Opportunity to influence site standards and culture
- Fast-paced, engaging manufacturing environment
- Strong internal support and development opportunities

If you're open to a confidential conversation, or know someone who could be a good fit, feel free to call me directly on 01780 483 999 or email [email protected]

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