Site Technical Manager
Posted on Jun 24, 2026 by CV-Library
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Location: Riverside, Middlesbrough
Salary: Competitive DOE
Reporting to: Head of Technical
About Us
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re passionate about delivering great quality food that people love. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards across all our sites.
We are looking for a Site Technical Manager to join our Riverside site in Middlesbrough, playing a key role in ensuring food safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
The Role
As Site Technical Manager, you will lead the site’s technical function, ensuring full compliance with all internal, legal, and customer standards. Acting as the main point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory bodies, you will drive a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all external site audits, including customer, third-party, and EHO visits
Manage, coach, and develop the site Technical team
Act as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring protocols are effectively implemented
Own and deliver the site’s internal audit programme, ensuring timely closure of non-conformances
Manage customer portals, alerts, and communications in collaboration with the central Technical team
Act as the key contact for all customer technical and compliance matters
Ensure all products are manufactured to specification and under safe, hygienic conditions
Lead investigations into out-of-specification results (microbiology, ATP, chemistry) and implement corrective actions
Manage compliance of raw materials and certifications (e.g. Palm Oil, Soya, MSC, Red Tractor, packaging)
Maintain and update site policies, procedures, and risk assessments (including allergens and dietary requirements)
Oversee service providers (e.g. laundry) to ensure compliance with site standards
Support wider site teams and drive continuous improvement across operations
About You
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical professional with a background in food manufacturing.
You will have:
HACCP Level 3 or 4 (essential)
Strong knowledge of retailer standards and food safety legislation
Proven experience managing audits and leading technical teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good IT and data management capability
Understanding of supplier and raw material compliance
A flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Why Join Us?
Join a growing and innovative food group
Take ownership of the technical agenda at site level
Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
Competitive salary and career development opportunities
Benefits to Include:
33 Days annual leave
2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
Employee well-being and community support groups
Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
Charity Initiatives and Team events
24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
Online Wellbeing benefits
Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions.
Apply now and help shape the future of food with The Compleat Food Group.
REF-(Apply online only)
Salary: Competitive DOE
Reporting to: Head of Technical
About Us
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re passionate about delivering great quality food that people love. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards across all our sites.
We are looking for a Site Technical Manager to join our Riverside site in Middlesbrough, playing a key role in ensuring food safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
The Role
As Site Technical Manager, you will lead the site’s technical function, ensuring full compliance with all internal, legal, and customer standards. Acting as the main point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory bodies, you will drive a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all external site audits, including customer, third-party, and EHO visits
Manage, coach, and develop the site Technical team
Act as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring protocols are effectively implemented
Own and deliver the site’s internal audit programme, ensuring timely closure of non-conformances
Manage customer portals, alerts, and communications in collaboration with the central Technical team
Act as the key contact for all customer technical and compliance matters
Ensure all products are manufactured to specification and under safe, hygienic conditions
Lead investigations into out-of-specification results (microbiology, ATP, chemistry) and implement corrective actions
Manage compliance of raw materials and certifications (e.g. Palm Oil, Soya, MSC, Red Tractor, packaging)
Maintain and update site policies, procedures, and risk assessments (including allergens and dietary requirements)
Oversee service providers (e.g. laundry) to ensure compliance with site standards
Support wider site teams and drive continuous improvement across operations
About You
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical professional with a background in food manufacturing.
You will have:
HACCP Level 3 or 4 (essential)
Strong knowledge of retailer standards and food safety legislation
Proven experience managing audits and leading technical teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good IT and data management capability
Understanding of supplier and raw material compliance
A flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Why Join Us?
Join a growing and innovative food group
Take ownership of the technical agenda at site level
Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
Competitive salary and career development opportunities
Benefits to Include:
33 Days annual leave
2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
Employee well-being and community support groups
Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
Charity Initiatives and Team events
24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
Online Wellbeing benefits
Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions.
Apply now and help shape the future of food with The Compleat Food Group.
REF-(Apply online only)
Reference: 225284974
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Site Technical Manager
Posted on Jun 24, 2026 by CV-Library
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Location: Riverside, Middlesbrough
Salary: Competitive DOE
Reporting to: Head of Technical
About Us
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re passionate about delivering great quality food that people love. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards across all our sites.
We are looking for a Site Technical Manager to join our Riverside site in Middlesbrough, playing a key role in ensuring food safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
The Role
As Site Technical Manager, you will lead the site’s technical function, ensuring full compliance with all internal, legal, and customer standards. Acting as the main point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory bodies, you will drive a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all external site audits, including customer, third-party, and EHO visits
Manage, coach, and develop the site Technical team
Act as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring protocols are effectively implemented
Own and deliver the site’s internal audit programme, ensuring timely closure of non-conformances
Manage customer portals, alerts, and communications in collaboration with the central Technical team
Act as the key contact for all customer technical and compliance matters
Ensure all products are manufactured to specification and under safe, hygienic conditions
Lead investigations into out-of-specification results (microbiology, ATP, chemistry) and implement corrective actions
Manage compliance of raw materials and certifications (e.g. Palm Oil, Soya, MSC, Red Tractor, packaging)
Maintain and update site policies, procedures, and risk assessments (including allergens and dietary requirements)
Oversee service providers (e.g. laundry) to ensure compliance with site standards
Support wider site teams and drive continuous improvement across operations
About You
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical professional with a background in food manufacturing.
You will have:
HACCP Level 3 or 4 (essential)
Strong knowledge of retailer standards and food safety legislation
Proven experience managing audits and leading technical teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good IT and data management capability
Understanding of supplier and raw material compliance
A flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Why Join Us?
Join a growing and innovative food group
Take ownership of the technical agenda at site level
Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
Competitive salary and career development opportunities
Benefits to Include:
33 Days annual leave
2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
Employee well-being and community support groups
Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
Charity Initiatives and Team events
24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
Online Wellbeing benefits
Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions.
Apply now and help shape the future of food with The Compleat Food Group.
REF-(Apply online only)
Salary: Competitive DOE
Reporting to: Head of Technical
About Us
At The Compleat Food Group, we’re passionate about delivering great quality food that people love. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards across all our sites.
We are looking for a Site Technical Manager to join our Riverside site in Middlesbrough, playing a key role in ensuring food safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
The Role
As Site Technical Manager, you will lead the site’s technical function, ensuring full compliance with all internal, legal, and customer standards. Acting as the main point of contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory bodies, you will drive a culture of continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all external site audits, including customer, third-party, and EHO visits
Manage, coach, and develop the site Technical team
Act as HACCP Team Leader, ensuring protocols are effectively implemented
Own and deliver the site’s internal audit programme, ensuring timely closure of non-conformances
Manage customer portals, alerts, and communications in collaboration with the central Technical team
Act as the key contact for all customer technical and compliance matters
Ensure all products are manufactured to specification and under safe, hygienic conditions
Lead investigations into out-of-specification results (microbiology, ATP, chemistry) and implement corrective actions
Manage compliance of raw materials and certifications (e.g. Palm Oil, Soya, MSC, Red Tractor, packaging)
Maintain and update site policies, procedures, and risk assessments (including allergens and dietary requirements)
Oversee service providers (e.g. laundry) to ensure compliance with site standards
Support wider site teams and drive continuous improvement across operations
About You
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical professional with a background in food manufacturing.
You will have:
HACCP Level 3 or 4 (essential)
Strong knowledge of retailer standards and food safety legislation
Proven experience managing audits and leading technical teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Good IT and data management capability
Understanding of supplier and raw material compliance
A flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Why Join Us?
Join a growing and innovative food group
Take ownership of the technical agenda at site level
Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
Competitive salary and career development opportunities
Benefits to Include:
33 Days annual leave
2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
Employee well-being and community support groups
Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
Charity Initiatives and Team events
24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
Online Wellbeing benefits
Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group are proud to have built an inclusive and respectful culture where our colleagues feel safe, supported and valued. A place where they can bring their whole selves to work to achieve exceptional results and thrive. We continue to attract diverse talent into our teams, because we know greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect in all that we do.
Recruitment Agencies We have an active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions.
Apply now and help shape the future of food with The Compleat Food Group.
REF-(Apply online only)
Reference: 225284974
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