Head of Technical

Head of Technical East London Food Manufacturing £90,000 - £95,000 + £7k Car Allowance + Private Healthcare This is a rare opportunity to lead technical at one of the UK’s largest and most complex food manufacturing operations. A flagship site. High profile. High expectation. And a genuine platform into a future group-level role. The site employs over 1,000 people and supplies a broad portfolio of complex products across both retail and foodservice channels. From a food safety perspective, the site is in a strong position. The challenge now is around consistency, standards and driving technical performance to the next level. There is a clear strategy already in place. What’s needed is someone capable of executing it -  building alignment across the operation, strengthening the culture and ensuring technical standards are consistently delivered throughout the site. As the lead technical contact for customers, you’ll play a key role in managing relationships, building credibility and navigating difficult conversations when required. This is not a role for someone who simply says “yes” to everything. The business needs a strong, commercially aware technical leader who can challenge constructively and make balanced decisions. Reporting into group with a dotted line into site leadership, you’ll take ownership of the technical function, including budget responsibility and leadership of a team of 25+. A Technical Manager sits beneath you, meaning much of your time will naturally be customer and strategy focused. That said, visibility on the factory floor is essential. The business wants a leader who is present, approachable and engaged with the operation - someone who supports, develops and elevates the people around them. What’s in it for you? This is the kind of role that genuinely changes the trajectory of your career. Successfully delivering at this site will place you firmly on the radar for future progression within the wider group. The exposure, scale and complexity of the operation will give you the opportunity to operate at a very senior level, with a clear pathway toward group leadership in the future. Background It is essential that you have experience within chilled, high-care or high-risk food manufacturing, ideally gained in a large, fast-paced and complex operation. You’ll already be operating at Senior Technical Manager or Head of Technical level and be able to demonstrate success in leading teams, managing customer relationships and driving standards within demanding manufacturing environments. Equally important is your leadership style. The business is looking for someone grounded, credible and people-focused - a leader who can build trust across the site while still holding high standards and driving performance. Interested in finding out more? Apply below for a confidential conversation. There may be flexibility for the right individual