Technical Manager - Food IndustryLocation: SomersetFull-time, PermanentAre you a hands on leader with a passion for quality and food safety? Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Technical Manager to take ownership of technical and hygiene operations on site, ensuring the highest standards are consistently achieved and exceeded.Reporting directly to the Head of Technical, you''ll lead a dedicated team and play a key role in maintaining compliance, driving continuous improvement, and supporting a culture of excellence across all departments.Key Responsibilities:Lead the day-to-day activities of the technical and hygiene teamsOversee and maintain HACCP, TACCP and VACCP systemsEnsure company standards are embedded across all factory areas, including production, goods-in, engineering, and processManage the Quality Management System (QMS)Deliver technical training across teams, ensuring full understanding and complianceInvestigate customer complaints, implement corrective actions, and monitor trends for continuous improvementCollaborate with production and NPD teams to validate processes and proceduresMaintain and monitor technical KPIs, working closely with the laboratory managerConduct QMS and GMP audits alongside departmental managersOversee site-wide pest controlManage customer and third-party audits, ensuring swift resolution of actionsReview and align internal practices with BRC and customer standardsTake full responsibility for customer specification systems a