Interim Technical Manager

Gregory Walker Associates Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A chilled food manufacturer in Manchester is seeking an Interim Technical Manager with extensive M&S audit experience. You will lead compliance, strengthen technical teams, and prepare for audits. Ideal candidates have a strong background in chilled manufacturing and food safety. This role demands proven experience in delivering improvements across major suppliers.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strengthening technical teams.
• Experience in chilled manufacturing and audit programmes.
• Ability to implement robust systems and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit readiness to meet M&S standards.
• Stabilise and strengthen the technical/quality function.
• Implement improvements in food safety and hygiene.

Skills

M&S audit experience

Food safety leadership

Compliance management

Technical team management

Job description

Interim Technical Manager with extensive M&S audit experience needed for a Chilled food manufacturer. Ideally also with a strong background in chilled. Skilled in leading food safety and quality functions, driving compliance, and preparing sites for customer audits.

Must have proven track record of strengthening technical teams, implementing robust systems, and delivering sustained improvements across major suppliers.

The Role

• Proven track record as an M&S-approved auditor, with direct experience supporting suppliers through M&S audit programmes.
• Strong background in chilled manufacturing, including robust pathogen management.
• Recent leadership roles driving food safety, compliance, and technical team performance in chilled and ambient sites.

The Candidate

• Stabilise and strengthen the technical/quality function.
• Lead audit readiness, ensuring M&S standards are met and sustained.
• Implement practical improvements in food safety, hygiene, and compliance systems.

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