Food Technical Director

2 weeks ago


Newport, Newport, United Kingdom Meatex Trading Ltd. Full time
About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Food Technical Coordinator to join our Senior Leadership Team at our Rogerstone site, the largest in our Meal Solutions division. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving performance and delivering change in a fast-paced and complex environment.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and developing a team of 5 direct reports, with an overall functional headcount of around 130 people (including Hygiene).
  • Developing and implementing site technical strategy, ensuring high standards are constantly maintained and compliance with all legislative standards and retail codes of practice.
  • Maintaining strong relationships with key retailers, regularly engaging with key stakeholders regarding food safety, quality, and innovation to ensure we always meet their requirements.
  • Providing strong leadership, ensuring your team are engaged and motivated, ensuring the right structures are in place and people have opportunities to develop and progress.
About You:

We are looking for a candidate with:

  • Considerable experience of working in a technical leadership role in a chilled/high-care food manufacturing environment, preferably ready meals.
  • Strong retail customer experience, with demonstrable knowledge of codes of practice and BRC.
  • Proven leadership skills, able to coach, develop and inspire teams to guide them through periods of change.
  • Proactive in approach, constantly looking for new and improved ways of working and promoting a culture of technical excellence.
  • Resilient and adaptable, able to work with a high level of autonomy and make business critical decisions.

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