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Job Title: Technical Process & HSE Manager
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Benefits: Extensive benefits package including top-tier private health care
Location: Nottingham
Type: Permanent // Full Time
Shifts: Monday to Friday // Flexibility required during audits or project peaks
Overview:
The Flavour Network are recruiting for our wonderful client - a fast growing and purpose led food business based in Nottingham; who are looking for a Technical Process & HSE Manager to help them scale safely and compliantly. This is not your typical food manufacturer!! Our client produces high-quality, human-grade meals with a unique twist! The role of Technical Process & HSE Manager will play a critical part in building and maintaining site-wide regulatory systems and safety culture. From managing compliance with FSA, Defra, and EHO requirements to developing smart, practical improvements on the production line. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same!!
Responsibilities for the Technical Process & HSE Manager:
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Lead and maintain full site compliance with all relevant food safety and HSE legislation (FSA, Defra, APHA, EHO, EC)
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Manage and evolve food safety systems including HACCP, VACCP, TACCP, allergen control, and traceability
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Champion a strong safety and hygiene culture across the factory, from leadership to the production line
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Own and oversee all technical documentation including SOPs, risk assessments, QMS, and cleaning records
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Prepare the site for all audits and inspections — internal, customer, and external (regulatory)
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Investigate incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective/preventative actions
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Work alongside Engineering and Production teams to support hygienic machine design and process safety
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Drive continuous improvement across compliance, hygiene, and safety standards
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Deliver training sessions and ongoing support to team leads and operatives on technical and safety procedures
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Develop and manage specifications for raw materials, packaging, and supplier technical approval
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Act as the primary point of contact for HSE on-site, supported by external specialists as required
Requirements for the Technical Process & HSE Manager:
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Previous experience in a technical, compliance, or safety-focused role in food manufacturing (human or pet food) is essential
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Strong working knowledge of UK food safety standards, HACCP, traceability, and hygiene practices is essential
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NEBOSH, IOSH or similar Health & Safety qualification is essential
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Experience managing or contributing to audit processes — with confidence in liaising with auditors and regulators
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Comfortable leading documentation, risk assessments, and technical reporting
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Hands-on, collaborative mindset with the ability to influence teams and embed high standards
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Strong problem-solving skills — with the ability to apply safety, compliance, and technical thinking to real-time production issues
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Familiarity with automation systems (e.g. sensors, actuators) and mechanical process improvements is a plus
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Bonus: Knowledge of EU pet food legislation (e.g. EC No 183/2005) is advantageous but not essential
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