Food Technical Manager
5 days ago
Cheltenham
Technical Lead – Food Safety & Quality Location: Cheltenham We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead to take responsibility for food safety, legality, and quality across a growing food business. Acting as the site’s technical authority, you will lead compliance with customer, legislative, and company requirements while driving continuous improvement and audit readiness. Key Responsibilities • Lead all technical and quality assurance activities across the site., • Act as the primary contact for external auditors, regulatory bodies, suppliers, and key customers on technical matters., • Manage and maintain food safety and quality systems, including HACCP, traceability, and allergen risk assessments., • Oversee technical relationships with suppliers to ensure the safety, quality, and legality of all ingredients., • Ensure all product specifications are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements., • Manage the nutritional data of raw materials and finished products., • Drive technical standards, systems, and audit readiness across the business. About You • Minimum 5 years’ experience within a Technical function in the food industry (retail-facing experience advantageous)., • Strong knowledge of UK food regulations, ideally across multiple food categories., • Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or equivalent., • HACCP Level 4 certified., • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset., • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels., • Competent in Microsoft Office and experienced with quality management systems (QMS)., • Able to manage multiple priorities and perform under pressure. What’s on Offer • Opportunity to lead technical and quality assurance across a respected food business., • Direct influence on food safety, quality, and compliance standards., • A role with variety – spanning audit readiness, supplier management, product specifications, and customer interaction.