Technical Manager

Technical Manager

£60- £65k

Location Tiverton

The business is a successful food manufacturer that is investing in its infrastructure and processes. They have built a strong team and are now looking for a Technical Manager to develop the Quality and Technical Services teams.

• Successful Business
• Strong Pension
• Bonus
• Training and Development opportunities
• Excellent growth

Technical Manager role:

• Developing the technical teams and implementing a proactive approach to the technical agenda.
• Working cross functionally with all functions building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Part of the management team as the technical expert on site.
• Develop, motivate and support the technical team.
• Plan and monitor Technical KPIs, reviewing trends and taking the appropriate action.
• General upskilling around technical skills and food safety.
• Heading up technical related projects for the business.
• Embedding an 'audit ready' culture.

The Business

• Successful branded (and own label) food manufacturer supplying the major UK retailers.
• Longevity across the customer base.
• Food manufacturer with products in growth markets.
• Continued commercial growth.
• Investment planned on the site.
• Team focused culture.
• A constant drive for quality.
• Strong manufacturing capability.
• Long serving team members - a wealth of knowledge to draw on.

This Technical Manager role requires the following background:

• Technical Management experience in Food Manufacturing
• Proven achievements in improving technical systems and processes.
• A passion for people and evidence of developing individuals.
• Previous experience and success in developing retailer customer relationships.
• Detailed understanding of retailer audits and the BRC audit process.
• An ability to listen, understand and work closely with the team for effective communication.

Working with great quality products in a business investing in their future is a big tick for any new Technical Manager so contact Novus with your CV and secure an interview for March.