Technical Manager

Technical Manager             
Salary: Competitive
Location: Middlesbrough
Hours: Monday – Friday
Type: 9 – 12 months contract
We are thrilled to announce that Intercontinental Brands (ICB) have requested our services on a retained basis to support them with the appointment of an Interim Technical Manager to be based at their Middlesbrough facility.
Purpose
Overall responsibility for the business Quality System. Ensuring that policies, procedures and work instructions that are critical to product safety, legality and quality are in place and are adhered to.
Drive continuous improvement in processes and output to achieve the longer-term goals of the site.
Responsibilities:
Maintain & develop the site Quality Management System
Maintain & develop the site HACCP System
Manage & review the pest control contractors
Ensure hygiene standards are maintained to the highest possible level
Ensure site compliance with all aspects of legislation applicable to the drinks industry
Ensure site compliance with all requirements of customer and third party QMS
Liaise with Production management across all levels on a daily basis
Liaise with Sales and Marketing in the development of new products
Liaise with all customers Technical Departments as required.
Responsible for all aspects of the Technical Department
Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Operations.
This is not an exhaustive list but merely an overview of the main duties involved.
Knowledge, experience, and skills required:
Key Skills & Experience:
Preferably educated to degree level in a science or engineering discipline
Experience working within a similar manufacturing environment
Have extensive experience of people leadership and development and in particular the development and improvement of KPIs and standards across work teams.
 
For more information please contact Imperial Recruitment Group