Site Technical Manager in Middlesbrough

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Location: Riverside, MiddlesbroughSalary: Competitive DOEReporting to: Head of TechnicalAbout UsAt The Compleat Food Group, were passionate about delivering great quality food that people love. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards across all our sites.We are looking for a Site Technical Manager to join our Riverside site in Middlesbrough, playing a key role in ensuring food safety, compliance, and technical excellence.The RoleAs Site Technical Manager, you will lead the sites technical function, ensuring full compliance with all internal, legal, and customer standards. Acting as the main point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory bodies, you will drive a culture of continuous improvement across the site.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all external site audits, including customer, third-party, and EHO visitsManage, coach, and develop the site Technical teamAct as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring protocols are effectively implementedOwn and deliver the sites internal audit programme, ensuring timely closure of non-conformancesManage customer portals, alerts, and communications in collaboration with the central Technical teamAct as the key contact for all customer technical and compliance mattersEnsure all products are manufactured to specification and under safe, hygienic conditionsLead investigations into out-of-specification results (microbiology, ATP, chemistry) and implement corrective actionsManage compliance of raw materials and certifications (e.g.

Palm Oil, Soya, MSC, Red Tractor, packaging)Maintain and update site policies, procedures, and risk assessments (including allergens and dietary requirements)Oversee service providers (e.g. laundry) to ensure compliance with site standardsSupport wider site teams and drive continuous improvement across operationsAbout YouWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical professional with a background in food manufacturing.You will have:HACCP Level 3 or 4 (essential)Strong knowledge of retailer standards and food safety legislationProven experience managing audits and leading technical teamsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong organisational skills and attention to detailGood IT and data management capabilityUnderstanding of supplier and raw material complianceA flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaborativelyWhy Join Us?Join a growing and innovative food groupTake ownership of the technical agenda at site levelWork in a collaborative and supportive environmentCompetitive salary and career development opportunitiesBenefits to Include:33 Days annual leave2 EmployeeVolunteering Days per yearOnline and High-street retailer discount schemeEmployee well-being and community support groupsInformal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platformCharity Initiatives and Team events24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)Physical Wellbeing Benefits Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.Online Wellbeing benefitsFree Financial wellbeing mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid toolsHoliday Discounts via Online Retail DiscountThe Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive.

We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. Thats why were committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions.Apply now and help shape the future of food with The Compleat Food Group.REF-229 328TPBN1_UKTJ