Technical Manager

Technical / Quality Manager

Glasgow Area | Around the £40,000 mark

Family‑Run Food Manufacturer

Protea Recruitment is delighted to support a long‑established, family‑run business in the Glasgow area. We’re looking for a Technical or Quality professional ready for their next step, with the chance to lead the Technical function including NPD specs

The Role

You’ll help maintain and improve site standards, support audits, manage specifications, and work closely with Production and NPD on product trials and improvements. This is a varied role offering real ownership and visibility across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the Quality Management System

• Lead internal audits, GMP checks, and BRC compliance

• Manage specifications, artwork checks, and technical documentation

• Support investigations into non‑conformances and customer complaints

• Preform NPD per customers specifications

• Assist with supplier approvals and raw material assessments

• Support HACCP and food safety activities across the site

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a Technical or Quality role within food manufacturing

• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergens, and QMS

• BRC experience preferred

• Exposure to the UK retailer technical requirements or retailer specs

• Confident communicator with strong attention to detail

• Interest in NPD and cross‑functional working

• Relevant food science or technical qualification essential

If you are a Technical/ Quality Manager looking for your next challenge or you feel you are ready to take that next step to this level, please do not hesitate to contact me on this platform for a confidential chat.

What’s on Offer

• Salary around £40,000

• A supportive, family‑run environment

• Genuine development and progression

• Varied role with both Technical and NPD Specs

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