Technical Manager

Technical Manager

Location: Canterbury

Contract: Permanent, Monday to Friday

Salary: £30k Dependent on experience

Our Client is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee quality assurance and compliance within a busy packhouse environment. This role is critical in ensuring food safety, legality, and adherence to BRCGS standards, while supporting operational efficiency and audit readiness.

• Manage the Quality Assurance team, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and company standards.
• Prepare for and support external audits, responding to auditor queries.
• Maintain product specifications and ensure traceability across products and packaging.
• Conduct internal audits, hygiene checks, and compliance spot checks.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints, implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare monthly reports for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and company procedures.

• Strong understanding of fresh produce standards and specifications.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in a production environment preferred.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work collaboratively across teams.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

If you have a passion for quality and compliance and thrive in a fast‑paced setting, we'd love to hear from you.