Technical Manager – Food Safety & Quality Lead

Mercator Minerals, Ltd.; Duns; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production firm is seeking a Technical Manager to join their team in Duns, Scotland. This role involves maintaining food safety and quality standards, leading GMP audits, and managing technical documentation. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Food Science, technical experience in the chilled food industry, and HACCP qualifications. Strong communication skills and familiarity with BRC standards are essential. This position offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 along with healthcare and additional benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing & Support Workshops

Training & Holidays (29 Days, incl. BH)

Qualifications

• Professional experience in technical roles within food industry.
• Familiarity with BRC standards and retail systems.
• A full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain food safety and quality standards across the site.
• Lead GMP and internal audits.
• Manage technical documentation.
• Support operational and NPD projects.
• Prepare KPI reports and quality reviews.

Skills

Food Science knowledge

Internal auditing

Communication skills

Technical experience in chilled food

Understanding of HACCP

Knowledge of ISO 9001

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

A leading food production firm is seeking a Technical Manager to join their team in Duns, Scotland. This role involves maintaining food safety and quality standards, leading GMP audits, and managing technical documentation. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Food Science, technical experience in the chilled food industry, and HACCP qualifications. Strong communication skills and familiarity with BRC standards are essential. This position offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 along with healthcare and additional benefits.