We are seeking an Assistant Technical Manager to work for a food & drink manufacturer in Sittingbourne.

If you are passionate about the food industry with a strong background within the technical division, drives continuous improvement, is assertive, forward thinking, proactive and have amazing attention to detail, this role could be for you!

The main requirements of the role:

• The purpose of this role will be to deputise for the Technical Manager supporting their responsibilities and stepping in as and when required.

• Provide support in continuous improvement of food safety and quality systems (and all related documentation), food safety, food defence to meet the customers and third-party audit standards

• Assist the Technical Manager in implementation and improvement of Quality and Food Safety policies and procedures set by business and provide support for the development and continuous improvement of these policies. Ensuring they are reviewed, kept up to date and implemented accordingly.

• Responsible for conducting customer's standards/code of practice Gap Analys.

• Identify gaps in internal standards within the business operations.

• Assist in updating internal procedures and policies to ensure compliance with customer standards and meets with all current food legislation

• Identify gaps and support with compliance with BRCGS Food Safety.

The successful candidate:

• will hold a degree in a food related subject.

• hold a minimum of 3 years' experience within the food industry - ideally manufacturing.

• previous experience of managing BRCGS and multiple retailer standards.

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