Assistant Technical Manager

Job description

Vickerstock in partnership with a leading food manufacturing company, are looking for an experienced Assistant Quality Manager

• Manage and implement Policy and Technical standards according to regulatory and customer requirements to ensure that the Quality Management System is regularly reviewed and is subject to continual improvement.
• Responsible for implementing the necessary systems and procedures to monitor, validate, and ensure integrity, quality, consistency, and compliance.
• Ensure the company is aware of legislative and customer constraints on the business.
• Ensure all products produced are of the highest Safety and Quality standards and according to agreed customer specifications and policies.
• Monitor the effectiveness of the operation through the analysis of customer complaints, accreditation status, microbial monitoring performance, supplier appraisal, contractor’s reports etc.
• Plan, conduct and monitor the testing and inspection of materials and products to ensure finished product quality.
• Develop, recommend, and monitor corrective and preventative actions.
• Assist with all finished product specifications to ensure they are completed according to customer requirements and legislative guidelines.
• Assist and support Internal and External Audits across all shifts.
• Support Product Innovation and manage and support all technical requirements to bring a product from ideation to launch.
• Interaction with customers and ensure queries, complaints and other information are provided in a timely fashion.
• A vital member of the TACCP, HACCP, Product recall and Internal Audit teams

• Food Science/Food Technology qualification would be a distinct advantage
• Must have 3+ years similar experience working and people management experience is a must
• A solid technical background and knowledge of Industry Food Standards, i.e., GFSI (BRC, IFS, ISO) and Food Service and Retailer Codes of Practices.
• Certifications an advantage including HACCP, TACCP, Internal Auditing, Lead Auditor, Train the Trainer
• Able to work on own initiative but judge appropriately when to elevate, organised and efficient, able to manage concurrent projects effectively.
• A collaborative and inclusive approach to work and your colleagues is essential.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Project Management experience

If you feel the above role is meant for you do not hesitate to contact

Andrew Fenske