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Head of Technical

  • Location:

    Chichester

  • Sector:

    Fresh Produce

  • Salary:

    £65000 - £70000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Harvey Oxford

  • Job ref:

    HO17097

  • Published:

    over 1 year ago

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Does this sound like you?

You have extensive knowledge and experience within the food industry.

You have based your career around quality and safety.

You can lead others to success within their own roles.

You can work in a fast-paced environment.

An exciting new opportunity is waiting for you!

Requirements:

  • HACCP Level 4
  • Food Safety Level 4
  • TACCP Training
  • Degree or similar qualification (desirable)
  • BRC Version 9
  • Extremely knowledgeable in auditing

The ideal candidate is someone who has a proven track record of leading a quality or technical function. Putting the customer first is essential, so don't be afraid to stand up for what is right from the consumer's perspective.

You will be responsible for

  • Ensuring compliance to audit and product specifications across the supply chain.
  • Maintain and develop systems and processes used to monitor and control quality and technical parameters.
  • Clear and effective communication with customers on our quality horizon and other risk management.
  • Clear, respectful & regular communication to the business on technical risks in the supply chain and mitigations taken.
  • Challenge and maintain strong hygiene controls across the packhouse and wider business.
  • Management and development of a team focussed on ensuring audit and quality standards are met.
  • Collaborating positively and proactively across the business to ensure quality and technical management are seen as integral to our success.
  • Understand how each department/site fits into the TSBC structure.
  • Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety regulations as given in the company Risk Assessment

The Company:

Starting in the 60's, grounded in traditional British farming. Now having facilities in Portugal, the company in question are expert growers of fruit and fresh produce.

They provide a huge amount of fruit within the UK, having 360 hectares of growing space, and producing over 10,000 tonnes of berries per year.

They have various methods of growing when trying to perfect their products. They have one mission, to delight their customers with high-quality, soft fruits. Keeping all methods of growth ethical and environmentally friendly.

The vision is to be recognised as one of the world's leading year-round fruit suppliers that promote healthy living and to consistently bring satisfaction to our customers.

If you match the criteria for the ideal candidate, and like the sound of the business, don't hesitate to get in contact!

Email harvey@morepeople.co.uk or call 01780 480 530 to find out more.

Apply below!