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Head of Technical

Russell Taylor
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Bala, Gwynedd LL23, Wales

Salary

£72,000 - £86,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Head of Technical position in Bala is a permanent role offering a salary of up to £65,000 per annum.
  • Candidates must have previous experience within the technical food sector and management experience in a technical team.
  • A degree in food science, HACCP Level 4, and Food Safety Level 4 certifications are required for this role.
  • The position involves ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, as well as providing training and development for the team.
  • Benefits include 33 days of holiday, excellent training opportunities, a signing bonus, and a subsidized gym membership.
Role: Head of Technical Location: BalaType: PermanentSalary: Up to £65,000 per annum Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Are you looking to take the next step in your career? Our client has a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Technical to join their team in Bala. The Role:
  • Define and put into practice the site's adherence to legal, food safety, and quality standards
  • Take the lead in promoting food safety and quality, making sure that BRCGS, customer, and any other site standards are followed, and that continuous improvement is ensured
  • You will serve as the primary liaison for technical customer visits and audits, must be able to show that they are actively involved in the factory and possess a coaching and motivating style
  • Provide team training and development, completion of annual appraisals and support where required
  • Drive audit-ready daily standards in the factory environment and documentation, and making sure retailer and third-party standards are fulfilled and maintained throughout the site
  • Implement and manage the system including completion and review of procedures, paperwork and spreadsheets
  • Be the main point of contact for all retailer management, including in-person meetings, reviews, and problems, as well as assistance with managing retailer systems and updates
The candidate:
  • This is a customer facing role dealing with our customers so experience of working with the major supermarkets is essential
  • Previous experience within Technical in the food sector
  • Previous management experience within a technical team
  • Degree level or similar in food science
  • HACCP Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4
  • Auditor training
  • Knowledge of retailer systems and codes of practice
  • BRC Lead Audit trained
Benefits:
  • 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
  • Excellent training and development
  • Free on-site parking
  • Signing bonus
  • Pension
  • Subsidised local gym membership (includes, gym, pool and fitness classes)
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