Assistant Technical Manager – Food Manufacturing (Kent) - Kent

Silven Recruitment

 
  • Location: Kent
  • Job Type: Technical
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary: Up to £45,000
  • Date Posted: 24/04/2025
  • Expiry Date: 23/05/2025

Assistant Technical Manager – Food Manufacturing (Kent)
Salary: Up to £45,000
Monday to Friday | On-site

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established and growing food manufacturing business based in Kent. They are seeking an Assistant Technical Manager to oversee the technical function at site level.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of a technical role while being supported by an experienced Group Technical Manager. The business is known for its innovative approach and quality products, supplying into a diverse customer base across the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all technical and quality aspects of the site, ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
  • Maintain and continuously improve food safety and quality systems, with a focus on BRC Global Standard compliance.
  • Act as the primary contact on site for all technical matters, audits, and customer visits.
  • Work closely with production and operations to ensure best practices and a culture of continuous improvement.

About You:

  • You’ll have prior technical experience in a UK food manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of BRC standards and previous exposure to audits is essential.
  • Comfortable working as the sole technical representative on site, with remote support from the wider technical team.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and confident in decision-making.

This is a great opportunity for someone ready to step into a more autonomous role while still having the backing and guidance of an experienced team.

If interested, please send your CV to Siobhan.irvine@silven.co.uk citing job reference SI/16938.