Technical Manager

TECHNICAL MANAGER | Market Leading Salary Package | Bonus | Chichester Food Park

The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing and optimising the technical operations and business strategies within our food manufacturing sites at Chichester Food Park. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to ensure the efficient production of high-quality food products, compliance with regulatory standards, and alignment with the company's strategic goals.

Natures Way Foods is the leading manufacturer of prepared salads, coleslaw and “food-to-go” for supermarkets and retailers, and as such we work closely with farmers across Europe. But there’s lots more to us than the products we make.

Our culture is inclusive, and our people are diverse spanning 39 different languages. We operate four manufacturing facilities capable of producing over 326m units per year. It is an exciting time to join Natures Way Foods as we are growing rapidly and there are genuine opportunities to progress within the organisation.

What you get from us:

• Salary: up to £80,000p/a based on experience 
• Annual bonus 
• Employer matched pension up to 5%
• Health cash plan 
• Electric Car Scheme   
• Flexible benefits including Corporate gym discounts, shopping discounts, enhanced maternity & paternity policy and many more
• Access to online GP & life assurance   

You will already have: 

• Strong experience in a technical management role within the food manufacturing industry
• Proven experience in managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and technologies
• Excellent knowledge of quality control standards and regulatory requirements
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in relevant software and technology used in food manufacturing
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, standards, and regulations
• Proficiency in project management software and quality management tools.

Attributes: 

• Extensive experience within a fast-paced Industrial environment
• People management experience
• Strong multi-skilled technical abilities
• A strong team player with the ability to influence and execute key projects
• Communicates exceptionally well and builds strong interpersonal relationships
• Driven and resilient
• Passionately committed to maintaining high standards and quality

Interested?

Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

At Nature's Way Food, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to driving innovation and achieving excellence. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and the world we live in.

Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and fairer world. Together, we can become best at fresh.