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Lead Technical Manager
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 DOE
Location: Duns, Scottish Borders, UK (On-site)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
Type: Full-time / Permanent
A well-established food manufacturer is seeking a dynamic Lead Technical Manager to champion food safety, quality, and compliance across the site. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll be out on the factory floor, supporting teams, solving problems, and driving high standards every day.
Role Overview:
As Lead Technical Manager, you’ll oversee food safety and quality on-site, manage audits and technical documentation, and work closely with production, NPD, commercial, and customer teams. You’ll also serve as the main technical contact for major UK retailers. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on, and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee and improve site food safety, product quality, and hygiene standards
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Coordinate and lead GMP and internal audits
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Manage technical requirements for major UK retailers
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Keep all technical documentation accurate, compliant, and audit-ready
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Support allergen management and HACCP activities
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Assist with new processes and contribute to operational/NPD projects
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Produce KPIs, quality reports, and QAS documents
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Act as deputy to the Head of Technical for daily decisions and external auditsDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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