Technical Manager

2 months ago

Fakenham, United Kingdom Hain Daniels Group Full time

The Role

Hain Daniels are currently recruiting for a Technical Manager at our Fakenham site. Fakenham is our dedicated Meat Free facility, producing vegetarian products for The Unbelievable ALT. brand and under license for Linda McCartney Foods. 

The successful candidate will be accountable for all aspects of Food Safety, Legislation and Quality of products produced in the factory and responsible for the running of the site Technical department. They will help support the day to day activities of the site to ensure the effectiveness of the manufacturing process in line with the needs of the business and continually meet, improve on and exceed customer expectations and work to support the Head of Technical.

Key Responsibilities / Accountability of the Role:

Food Safety and Quality Management

Support site initiatives to monitor and drive improvements in Food Safety Culture. Lead the Food Safety HACCP team. Ensure that the HACCP document is up to date and that the Critical Control Points are implemented within the factory. Act upon legislation and guidelines to ensure that manufacturing is conducted legally. Manage allergens through the site allergen risk assessment and supporting documentation. Ensure that the quality management system – Quality manual and supporting documentation - is up to date and regularly reviewed and amended to reflect changes at site. Ensure compliance to the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety and customer policies / codes of practice

Management and Training & Development

Leadership if the site Technical department Ensure all members of the Technical Department are suitably trained to carry out their duties. Arrange training according to gaps in individual’s skills with the aid of the HR department. Maintain standards and discipline within the department. Train and guide those working within the department. Resolve any issues within the department. Prepare and carry out recruitment and appraisals. Carry out disciplinary action when necessary.

Customer Contact

The Technical Manager is the Technical point of contact for customers, auditing bodies and Government bodies. Provide information and expertise to external customers on all Food safety and quality related matters. Attend customers meetings / tasting sessions. Provide Technical information to the customer as requested in a timely manner. Comply with the customer standards and policies applicable to the site / product range .

Continuous Improvement (CI) / Lean Manufacturing

As a member of the Technical Team support site initiatives. Support the site Operations team in site specific projects in line with CI briefs. Identify and recommend changes to systems and processes as appropriate.

Project work

To be actively involved in Quality and Product Improvement Projects. Provide Technical expertise in improving the quality of products. Carry out project work according to issues currently affecting products produced on site. Recommend and implement actions accordingly. Liaise with the General manager, Factory Managers, Operations Manager, NPD Manger and Technical Director.

What you will need for the Role: 

Degree Level - Food Science  Over 5 Years Experience  Chilled and frozen food manufacturing experience 

What can we offer you?

Competitive salary / rate of pay 25 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holiday Option to purchase additional annual leave A day off work to support our charity partners Flexible working options Pension Medical benefit And access to a HUB that offers many discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers

About The Hain Celestial Group

Hain Celestial Group is a leading health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living for people, communities and the planet through better-for-you brands. For more than 30 years, our portfolio of beloved brands has intentionally focused on delivering nutrition and well-being that positively impacts today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Hoboken, N.J., Hain Celestial’s products across snacks, baby/kids, beverages, meal preparation, and personal care, are marketed and sold in over 75 countries around the world. Our leading brands include Garden Veggie™ snacks, Terra® chips, Garden of Eatin’® snacks, Earth’s Best® and Ella’s Kitchen® baby and kids foods, Celestial Seasonings® teas, Joya® and Natumi® plant-based beverages, Greek Gods® yogurt, Cully & Sully®, Imagine® and New Covent Garden® soups, Yves® and Linda McCartney’s® (under license) meat-free, and Alba Botanica® natural sun care, among others.

Hain Daniels Group In the UK, Hain Daniels Group is one of the UK's leading food companies. We create food and drink products with natural goodness at their core. We're the business behind a host of household brands - Hartley's jams and jellies, Sun-Pat peanut butters, New Covent Garden Soup Co., Linda McCartney's meat free food, and Yorkshire Provender to name a few. Nearly half of our business is private label - we create quality freshly prepared fruit and juices, desserts, soups, sweet spreads and meat free products for our retail partners. Over our sites up and down the UK, we employ circa 1,200 people in roles within Production, Supply Chain, Product Development, Sales and Marketing, and through to our Finance, HR, IT and beyond. Each of our colleagues is vital to our continued success. That's why we target the best talent, and help to develop them through the ranks.

Our Values

Own It –  I am empowered and accountable for improving Hain’s business results and impact

Win Together –  I collaborate with others to grow, deliver and celebrate success.

Foster Inclusion –  I create an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued for their uniqueness.

Be Curious –  I explore ideas & insights with a growth mindset.

Our Purpose

To inspire healthier living for people, communities & the planet through better-for-you brands

Our Mission

To build purpose-driven brands that make healthier living more attainable by empowering our people, engaging our partners, and living our lives.

If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you in the right way.

If Hain Daniels sounds like the company you'd like to contribute your energy and enthusiasm towards, and come on an exciting journey with us, then we can't wait to hear from you

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