A fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, safety, and quality.As the Technical Manager you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving food safety, quality and technical compliance standards within the company. Your main responsibilities will include:- Ensuring compliance with BRC standards and overseeing audits.- Managing and maintaining the QMS, HACCP plans to ensure product safety.- Leading the implementation of food safety compliance programs across the manufacturing site.- Conducting food risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks to product safety.- The technical contact for customers, third-party contractors, and auditors, providing support and resolving issues.- Leading crisis management efforts, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.- Managing, training, and mentoring the quality and technical team to ensure continuous professional development and operational efficiency.What will you need:- Proven experience as a Technical Manager/Senior Quality Assurance in the food/drinks manufacturing industry.- In-depth knowledge of BRC, HACCP, GFSI and food safety compliance standards.- Strong understanding of food risk management and crisis resolution.- Excellent communication skills to liaise with customers and third parties.- Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team- Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work well under pressure.If you are an experienced Technical Manager in the food and drinks industry, with a passion for food safety and team leadership, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to nm@zestfodjobs.co.uk or call 01780 483999