Technical Manager

5 days ago

Barnsley, Barnsley, United Kingdom Charto Recruitment Ltd Full time £55,000 - £62,000 per year

Technical Manager

Location:
Barnsley, Yorkshire

Hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am– 5pm (37.5 hours)

Salary:
£55,000 – £62,000 (Competitive, dependent on experience)

About Us

Haywood & Padgett Ltd is the world's largest producer of traditional British scones, proudly the Home of the Scone. Since 1987, we've been baking with passion and expertise, supplying leading UK retailers and foodservice partners from our modern site in Carlton, Barnsley.

Beyond scones, our range includes cookies, biscuits, breadsticks, and snacks. As a family‑run business, we blend tradition with innovation, and our people are at the heart of our success.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled
Technical Manager
to lead our site's technical function. You will ensure all products meet food safety, quality, and legal requirements, while driving a strong food safety culture across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leadership & Team Development
    – Lead, mentor, and develop the technical team, ensuring collaboration across Technical, NPD, Production, and Commercial departments.
  • Customer & Retailer Management
    – Represent the business in customer meetings and audits, interpret codes of practice, and maintain strong technical communication.
  • Compliance & Auditing
    – Ensure compliance with BRCGS Food Safety Standards, lead internal audits, oversee TACCP/VACCP processes, and drive corrective actions.
  • Product Specifications & Artwork
    – Approve and maintain product specifications, oversee QAS, and ensure packaging artwork meets technical and customer standards.
  • Supplier Management
    – Manage supplier approval systems, review specifications, and support procurement decisions.
  • Technical Strategy & Reporting
    – Deliver KPIs, audits, and reports, ensuring robust food safety and quality systems.

The Person

We're looking for a confident, proactive leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be decisive, commercially astute, and able to influence and inspire your team. A strong team player, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment and be committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Proven track record as a Technical Manager in a food-related FMCG environment (essential)
  • Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or equivalent experience
  • Excellent knowledge of HACCP, BRCGS, and retailer codes of practice
  • Strong knowledge of food legislation standards
  • Experience with raw material approval, supplier management, and product specifications
  • Strong technical writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office

Skills

  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Passion for delivering outstanding customer service
  • Flexible, self-motivated, and committed to personal development

Benefits

  • Pension scheme
  • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Medical insurance
  • HealthShield Cash Back Plan
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Company shop membership

Join us at Haywood & Padgett and help shape the future of the 'Home of the Scone' while leading technical excellence in a dynamic, family-run bakery.

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