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SalaryThis is a unique opportunity to join a successful Berry Grower based in Somerset.
They are looking for a Technical Manager with a background in BRC (AA) maintenance and ideally with Fresh Produce experience, although this is not critical. You will be supported by a strong Quality team with a large amount of the routine tasks under their remit.The Farm operations are well organised and working effectively, this can allow for flexibility in the Technical Managers working arrangements. These are open for discussion.
To control the processes that ensures all of the technical requirements of the company are achieved and fully compliant. All activities to be in accordance with the stated Company protocols of Food Safety, Red Tractor and HACCP.
MAIN DUTIES:
To ensure that the BRC Manual is complete and fully updated (last update 2023)
- To lead the HACCP initiatives and ensure compliance
- To conduct any audits as required including any un-announced customer audits
- To ensure strict compliance with the company s food safety and quality operating procedures (QOP) are adhered to.
- To ensure all regular meetings are recorded and attend where appropriate
- To check all quality systems and conduct tests as per QMS v7.
- Check Shelf-life tests, analyse and report to stakeholders.
- Receive quality reports and analyse for trending.
- Grower / Supplier sign off, Due Diligence ( Imported Berries )
- Receive complaints/rejections and conduct thorough review and report.
- Manage pest contracts, and act according to situation
- To motivate all staff to comply by all protocols and procedures as described in the Manual.
- To complete any other duties as may be required in line with the position of Technical Manager, or as directed by the management and leadership team.
