Senior Technical Manager

• Type: Full Time
• Posted: 15/06/2026
• Reference: BBBH25749_1781539737
• Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum + Package + Benefits
• Region: UK - Yorkshire & Humberside
• Town/City: Normanton, West Yorkshire

Senior Technical Manager – Normanton

£90,000 - £100,000 + Leading Package + Pension + Benefits + Training + Immediate Start

I'm currently partnering with a well-established and growing food manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Senior Technical Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven technical leader from an FMCG food manufacturing background to take ownership of Technical, Quality and Food Safety across two manufacturing sites. This is a high-profile Senior Technical Manager leadership role that will see you working closely with the senior leadership team to drive standards, develop teams, and ensure the business remains at the forefront of food safety, compliance and quality excellence.

Your Role As A Senior Technical Manager Will Include

• Lead the Technical and Quality functions across two manufacturing sites.
• Drive Food Safety, Quality Standards, Product Authenticity and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and develop robust HACCP systems and ensure compliance across all operations.
• Ensure the legality, safety and integrity of all products manufactured.
• Champion and embed a strong Food Safety and Quality Culture throughout the business.
• Maintain certification against key industry standards including BRCGS, BMPA and retailer requirements.
• Lead all customer, third-party and regulatory audits, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Take ownership of food safety incidents, product recalls and withdrawals should they arise.
• Develop, coach and inspire Technical, Quality and Hygiene teams to achieve best-in-class performance.

As A Senior Technical Manager You Will Have

• Significant Technical Management experience within FMCG food manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading BRCGS and customer audits.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety legislation, quality systems and compliance – LEVEL 4 REQUIRED.
• Experience managing food safety incidents, recalls and crisis situations.