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Technical Manager
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Pocklington, East Riding of Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Technical Manager
York Area
£40k per Annum
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Technical Manager to oversee the technical and operational integrity of our on-site butchery and wider supply chain processes. This critical role ensures that our products meet the highest standards of quality, food safety, and traceability while maintaining strong relationships with contract manufacturers and processors. The successful candidate will lead quality assurance initiatives, manage audits and certifications (including SALSA and FSA), and support business growth through production planning and expansion initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical and Quality Management
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive HACCP and Food Safety procedures across all processing units.
Design, document, and enforce QA programmes to ensure that production consistently meets agreed product standards.
Manage all incoming technical and traceability requests from third parties and stakeholders.
Maintain and update product specifications and ensure communication of any changes across teams and contractors.
Lead and manage SALSA and FSA audits to ensure full compliance with regulatory and customer standards.
Production & Stock Oversight
Oversee stock management systems, including raw material and finished goods inventory.
Liaise with and manage contract manufacturers and processors, ensuring performance to quality, safety, and service-level expectations.
Supervise operations within the on-site butchery, ensuring adherence to food safety, hygiene, and production targets.
Assist with new production planning and expansion of processing areas as required.
Compliance & Assurance
Ensure compliance with Farm Assurance schemes and support implementation of best practices across the supply chain.
Support the development and management of producer standards to align with company and customer requirements.
Conduct regular internal audits and site inspections to drive continuous improvement.
Health and Safety
Take full responsibility for Health and Safety on-site, ensuring risk assessments, training, and compliance measures are fully implemented and up-to-date.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience in a similar Technical Manager role within food production, ideally meat or protein processing.
Strong working knowledge of HACCP, food safety legislation, and industry standards such as SALSA, FSA, and Farm Assurance.
Experience working with contract manufacturers and third-party processors.
Confident in managing audits, handling technical documentation, and responding to traceability requests.
Knowledge of butchery processes and relevant health & hygiene standards.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to lead and influence across departments and external partners.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
Desirable Qualifications:
HACCP Level 3 or 4
Food Safety Level 3 or higher
Internal Auditor certification
NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
Degree or equivalent in Food Science, Agriculture, or related discipline
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