Technical Manager

Job Title: Technical Manager
Location: Carrickmacross, Monaghan 
Salary: €70,000

About the Role
A rapidly expanding cooked-meats producer is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join its management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a food-safety professional who is passionate about quality management and eager to help drive the success of a dynamic organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of robust food-safety and quality-assurance programs, including HACCP, regulatory audits, food-safety training, SOPs, product inspections, and standardised work instructions.

• Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene policies.

• Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to staff as required.

• Foster and maintain strong relationships with customers while promoting the best interests of the business.

• Conduct regular audits and inspections to meet internal and external quality standards.

• Oversee compliance with food-safety regulations and industry standards such as HACCP and BRC.

• Investigate and resolve quality-related issues promptly and effectively.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline.

• Proven track record in a quality-management role within the food industry.

• In-depth knowledge of food-safety regulations and quality standards, including HACCP and BRC.

• Strong leadership abilities with excellent team-management skills.

• Analytical thinker with solid problem-solving capabilities.

• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

• High attention to detail and the ability to perform well under pressure.

• Proficiency with quality-management software and related tools.