Technical Manager

The company
Nigel Wright are working with a leading UK-based manufacturer who supply own-label, licensed, and branded products to major retailers across the UK and Europe. With a diverse product range the company is committed to delivering high-quality products through expert innovation and manufacturing. The company fosters a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture, blending operational excellence with engaging employee events

The role
Join this dynamic team and play a key role in upholding the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance across factory operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance and consistency of all finished products.
• Maintain audit readiness at all times.
• Define and implement “what good looks like” standards across all departments.
• Coach and support QA, Production, Engineering, Hygiene, and Warehouse teams on expected standards.
• Identify and drive improvements to eliminate unnecessary non-conformances.
• Deputise for the Technical Manager during factory walkarounds and audits.
• Collect and manage customer approval samples.
• Oversee and manage pest control processes across the factory.
• Work flexibly across all shifts to ensure full coverage and adherence to standards.

The person
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading teams in a supervisory, team leader, or management capacity. As a key member of the technical department, you will play a pivotal role in driving efficiency and continuous improvement, leveraging your expertise to support the overall success of the site. Experience in food manufacturing is essential.