Site Technical Manager – Ilminster
£65,000 + Bonus | 7% Non-Contributory Pension | 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays | Monday–Friday days
Are you a passionate food safety and quality leader ready to shape the future of one of the UK’s most iconic organic brands?
Our market leading client are looking for a Site Technical Manager who’s ready to take the lead and champion a food safety and quality culture that’s second to none.
What’s the role?
As Site Technical Manager, you’ll join both our Senior Leadership Team and Site Technical Team, leading a talented team of 12 (2 direct, 10 indirect reports).
You’ll take ownership of site technical standards, support production excellence, lead external audits, and drive continuous improvement – all while helping shape the company-wide food safety and quality strategy.
This is more than a technical role – it’s your opportunity to create a centre of excellence and truly make your mark in a fast-paced, values-led environment.
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years in a senior technical role within the FMCG/food industry with dairy experience
- Strong BRC, HACCP, and quality system experience
- Food Safety Level 4 & HACCP Level 3 or 4
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
- A confident communicator and people leader, with a passion for coaching and developing teams
- Dairy science or batch cook process experience (desirable)
- Knowledge of CiP or UF plants (desirable)
- Multi-site management experience (desirable)
If you are interested, please call Ben Critchley on 07582 556469 or apply online
*Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position*
*Sponsorship is not available*