Job Description:

We’re recruiting confidentially for a growing fresh produce business seeking an experienced Technical Manager to support its Head of Technical and play a key role across customer, site, and compliance functions.

Technical Manager
Sidcup
£50,000 – £55,000 DOE
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (flexibility required)

Why join our client?

• Established and fast-moving fresh produce operation
• Exposure to retail customers and supplier networks
• Strong technical team with clear progression opportunities
• Key role influencing food safety culture and compliance

Key responsibilities

• Manage product specifications and customer platforms
• Maintain temporary spec trackers and due diligence systems
• Investigate complaints and non-conformances, driving resolution
• Support QC and deputise in absence of Quality Manager
• Conduct supplier and third-party packing site visits
• Maintain technical documentation and approve labelling
• Lead internal audits and ensure GMP compliance
• Manage policy and procedure updates for food safety and quality
• Lead HACCP team and support BRCGS and Red Tractor standards
• Deliver training, maintain records, and lead SMM reporting
• Host external audits (BRCGS, RT, LEAF)
• Drive food safety culture across site

Requirements

• Fresh produce experience essential (fruit & veg)
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP Level 3, QMS
• Experience with retail customers and specifications
• Confident communicator with strong organisation skills
• IT proficient (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Full UK driving licence required
• Spanish language skills desirable

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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