Head of Technical / Technical manager

Yeovil, Somerset

A Quality Food manufacturer

Salary £45-50k

My Client is looking to recruit a Head of Technical / Technical manager to join their technical team

The successful candidate will  lead the product quality ensuring ongoing development, maintenance and implementation of quality assurance and control systems within operations. Comply with all hygiene, health, safety, legal and quality requirements. Ensure BRC, customers and other audits are concluded successfully,

As the sites Technical Lead you will be managing a team that includes a Technical Services Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, QA Officer and Hygiene Team and you yourself will report into the sites General manager,

As an important part of the senior management team the successful candidate duties will include:

• Strategic Planning and Vision
•  Cross-Functional Leadership
•  Budget and Resource Allocation
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement
• Risk Management and Compliance
•  Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
•  Sustainability and Ethical Practices
•  Succession Planning and Talent Development

Technical Manager Skills and experience required for the role 

• Food / Drink BRC Compliance experience
• Can do attitude
• Previous Management experience
• Happy to work on a small / medium sized site

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person who is happy working with an innovative and growing company that makes luxury food products.  This role is commutable from Yeovil, Shepton Mallet, Taunton, Dorset, Frome, Trowbridge, Bridgwater, Wincanton, Bruton