Technical Manager

Application Specialist in Bread Development Location: Oxfordshire Salary: £35-55k (dependent on experience) Are you passionate about elevating bakery innovation? Do you thrive at the intersection of product development, technical expertise, and customer collaboration? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading bakery solutions manufacturer as an Application Specialist – Bread Development, playing a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of bread products for customers across the UK and beyond. In this influential role, you’ll work closely with technical applications, commercial teams, and cross‑functional departments to deliver high‑impact projects through a structured stage‑and‑gate development process. If you love using science, creativity, and problem‑solving to unlock product potential, this role is for you. What You’ll Be Doing Driving Innovation & Performance Lead product development projects from concept to launch. Deliver product, process, and cost improvements to support customer needs and drive profitable growth. Act as a central point of expertise for international sister companies, providing technical support to local bread development teams. Technical Bread Development Apply advanced knowledge of enzymes, emulsifiers, and fermented ingredients to create high‑performing bakery solutions. Develop products tailored for industrial bread manufacturing environments. Identify product gaps and create concepts that set new standards for functionality and efficiency. Partnering for Success Build strong relationships with key ingredient suppliers to stay ahead of market innovation. Collaborate with suppliers and Group Purchasing to secure and trial new ingredient technologies. Represent NPD in customer meetings, technical reviews, and supplier discussions. Delivering Excellence Ensure all data, specifications, and formulations are accurate and “right first time.” Submit precise product costings and work closely with Quality and Production teams to ensure smooth product launches. Support investigations into product issues or customer complaints as part of cross‑functional teams. Contribute to a positive Health & Safety culture within the wider team. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will be a proactive, hands‑on problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative technical environment. You’ll excel in this role if you: Build strong, trust‑based relationships across teams, suppliers, and customers. Adapt your communication style to suit technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Bring energy, curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset. Enjoy tackling challenges and broadening your technical capabilities. Are highly organised, prioritising effectively to deliver on time and to a high standard. Skills & Experience Degree in Food Science or related discipline Around 3- 5 years’ experience in the baking industry Proven competence in formulating with fermented products Demonstrable project management experience Strong computer literacy and system competence Clear, confident presentation and communication skills Full UK driving licence (Essential) If this role looks of interest, please click apply and I will be in touch with more details!

Compliance & Food Safety Manager | Beverage Manufacturing 💷 Competitive salary DOE 📍 East Hampshire | On-site | Full-time I'm partnering with a growing beverage manufacturer to appoint a Compliance & Food Safety Manager. This is a pivotal role leading site-wide compliance, food safety, and quality standards in a fast-paced production environment. 🚀 The Opportunity Lead and own BRCGS standards, which currently sit at AA grade. Drive a strong food safety culture and continuous improvement, engaging with senior stakeholders. Oversee the site H&S, audits, and regulatory compliance in a fast-scaling environment. Partner cross-functionally to ensure best-in-class standards across operations. ✅ What You’ll Bring Experience in food/beverage manufacturing compliance or technical roles Strong BRCGS knowledge (audit leadership preferred) Solid grasp of UK food safety legislation & risk systems Confident communicator with a hands-on, proactive approach 🎯 Why Apply? Autonomous role with real influence on site standards Opportunity to shape and elevate compliance & food safety culture Supportive leadership and growing business environment Interested in learning more? Apply today or message me directly for a confidential discussion.

Account Manager Location: South of Norwich (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £42,000 – £52,000 per annum + bonus We are seeking an experienced and driven Account Manager to join a dynamic sales and marketing team within a successful wholesale business based on the outskirts of Norwich. This role will play a key part in delivering our ambitious growth plans, ensuring continued commercial success through the management and development of both existing customer accounts and new business opportunities. You will be responsible for maximising revenue, driving profitable growth, and maintaining strong client relationships, while championing excellence across all aspects of the role. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day customer accounts while identifying and developing new business opportunities Monitor and analyse sales data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities Take ownership of the full sales cycle, from initial engagement through to negotiation and closing Develop innovative strategies to expand product ranges within existing accounts Proactively seek and convert new opportunities to drive profitable growth Prepare forecasts and contribute to monthly budget reporting Interpret customer briefs and collaborate internally to deliver successful tenders Lead customer presentations and sales pitches Negotiate effectively to secure profitable deals Deliver exceptional, proactive customer service About You Strong attention to detail with excellent commercial awareness Highly organised with effective time management skills Positive, proactive, and energetic approach Background in food or FMCG (preferred) Strong relationship-building and customer service skills Confident negotiator with the ability to influence Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Excellent communication skills Able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel (data analysis, reporting, forecasting) What We Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonus Hybrid working (minimum 2 days in the office per week) Free on-site parking Company pension scheme Life insurance Casual dress Supportive and collaborative working environment Job Details Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £42,000 – £52,000 per year Interested? Please apply online or send your CV to michelle.topley@reed.com

Head of Technical Full-time | Permanent Up to £75,000 The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations — balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. People Leadership Line manage and develop Technical and Hygiene team members. Oversee hygiene contractors and ensure the effectiveness of hygiene systems. Define and maintain technical and food safety standards for induction and ongoing training. Foster a culture where technical discipline and artisan craft complement one another Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.

Trainee Production Operative - FMCG £26,436.80 Monday – Friday, Days-Based Ballyclare Are you looking to kickstart a career in Manufacturing with a friendly, supportive and tight-knit team at a small but growing business? This long-running Soft Drinks company has been experiencing a significant increase in demand in recent years, supplying a range of products to major supermarkets covering things such as Juices and Flavoured Waters, and more recently Sports Drinks. Full training can be provided in this role, however prior experience in Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Agriculture or any other hands-on Production / Warehouse role will be advantageous. The most important thing is that you have a can-do attitude, are eager to learn and willing to roll up your sleeves and get stuck. This is a great position for someone that wants to build valuable skills within a stable industry at an expanding company that prides itself on a friendly workplace culture. Day-to-day of the role: Operating basic production line machinery, including bottle filling, capping, labelling, and packing equipment Carrying out routine quality checks (e.g., fill levels, caps/seals, date codes) and report any issues to the Production Leader Maintaining cleanliness of the production area, following hygiene and food safety standards at all times Requirements Eager to learn and comfortable with hands-on work Positive and friendly attitude, capable of working well with others Previous experience in a Manufacturing or Warehouse environment advantageous but not essential If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed.

Trainee Production Operative - FMCG £26,436.80 Monday – Friday, Days-Based Ballyclare Are you looking to kickstart a career in Manufacturing with a friendly, supportive and tight-knit team at a small but growing business? This long-running Soft Drinks company has been experiencing a significant increase in demand in recent years, supplying a range of products to major supermarkets covering things such as Juices and Flavoured Waters, and more recently Sports Drinks. Full training can be provided in this role, however prior experience in Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Agriculture or any other hands-on Production / Warehouse role will be advantageous. The most important thing is that you have a can-do attitude, are eager to learn and willing to roll up your sleeves and get stuck. This is a great position for someone that wants to build valuable skills within a stable industry at an expanding company that prides itself on a friendly workplace culture. Day-to-day of the role: Operating basic production line machinery, including bottle filling, capping, labelling, and packing equipment Carrying out routine quality checks (e.g., fill levels, caps/seals, date codes) and report any issues to the Production Leader Maintaining cleanliness of the production area, following hygiene and food safety standards at all times Requirements Eager to learn and comfortable with hands-on work Positive and friendly attitude, capable of working well with others Previous experience in a Manufacturing or Warehouse environment advantageous but not essential If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed.

Hygiene Supervisor – 4 On 4 Off Nights £34,000 - £39,000 Wrexham Are you an experienced Hygiene professional in the FMCG sector looking for an opportunity to climb up the ladder and progress into leadership? This leading Food Manufacturer specialises in ready meal solutions for major retailers & foodservice providers, having over 100 years of history and a strong footprint in the UK market. They operate several modern production facilities and have benefited from significant investment in recent years. This is a key role, responsible for leading hygiene operations across their main site and ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety and compliance are achieved. You will coordinate Hygiene staff while working closely with Production & Technical teams to support safe and efficient manufacturing. The ideal candidate will either have previous experience working as a Hygiene Supervisor/Team Leader in a Food or Beverage Manufacturing environment, or will have 2+ years’ experience as a Hygiene Operative and a desire to take on more responsibility. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Hygiene professional looking to progress into a role where they can drive standards, develop teams and make a real impact within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment! Day-to-day of the role: Leading and coordinating hygiene activities across site to maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety Supervising and supporting hygiene teams, ensuring effective performance, training and engagement Ensuring all cleaning procedures meet regulatory and audit requirements Working closely with production and technical teams to minimise disruption and maintain operational efficiency The ideal person will have: Previous experience within a hygiene, sanitation or cleaning role in a Food Manufacturing environment A good understanding of food safety standards, audits and compliance requirements e.g HACCP, BRC etc If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed.

Hygiene Supervisor – 4 On 4 Off Nights £34,000 - £39,000 Wrexham Are you an experienced Hygiene professional in the FMCG sector looking for an opportunity to climb up the ladder and progress into leadership? This leading Food Manufacturer specialises in ready meal solutions for major retailers & foodservice providers, having over 100 years of history and a strong footprint in the UK market. They operate several modern production facilities and have benefited from significant investment in recent years. This is a key role, responsible for leading hygiene operations across their main site and ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety and compliance are achieved. You will coordinate Hygiene staff while working closely with Production & Technical teams to support safe and efficient manufacturing. The ideal candidate will either have previous experience working as a Hygiene Supervisor/Team Leader in a Food or Beverage Manufacturing environment, or will have 2+ years’ experience as a Hygiene Operative and a desire to take on more responsibility. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Hygiene professional looking to progress into a role where they can drive standards, develop teams and make a real impact within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment! Day-to-day of the role: Leading and coordinating hygiene activities across site to maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety Supervising and supporting hygiene teams, ensuring effective performance, training and engagement Ensuring all cleaning procedures meet regulatory and audit requirements Working closely with production and technical teams to minimise disruption and maintain operational efficiency The ideal person will have: Previous experience within a hygiene, sanitation or cleaning role in a Food Manufacturing environment A good understanding of food safety standards, audits and compliance requirements e.g HACCP, BRC etc If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed.

Quality Assurance Manager Annual Salary: £40k-£45k Location: West Yorkshire Job Type: Full-time Hours: 08:00 - 16:30 We are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to ensure that our site operations are consistently carried out in compliance with the Quality Management System. This role is crucial in ensuring that all products manufactured and packed are safe, legal, and meet product specifications. The Quality Assurance Manager will also lead the proactive development of the Quality Management System, identifying and implementing opportunities for continual improvement. Day-to-day of the role: Develop and manage the Quality Management System. Continually assess site operations against the Quality Management System, reporting on compliance, non-compliance, and areas for improvement. Lead and manage the QA team, fostering a skilled and efficient team environment. Inspect and sign off on completed works order documentation to ensure compliance with specifications. Manage the internal audit schedule, ensuring all audits are completed on time and documented, with corrective actions closed out efficiently. Handle quality incidents such as consumer complaints, non-conformances, and deviations, ensuring thorough investigation and maintenance of complaint files. Conduct trend analysis and communicate findings to key personnel. Lead the HACCP team and collaborate with the Production Manager to promote a culture committed to continual improvement. Maintain and enhance customer confidence in the quality of products and processes. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in Quality Assurance within a relevant industry. Strong leadership skills and experience managing a Quality Assurance team. In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems and compliance requirements. Experience with HACCP and BRC Global Standard for Food Safety. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team towards achieving operational excellence. Benefits: Opportunities for professional growth and development. A supportive and dynamic work environment. To apply for the Quality Assurance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role

NPD Process Technologist Location: Coventry Salary: £30-35k Ready to turn bold food ideas into supermarket-ready success stories? Join a fast-paced UK NPD team where creativity meets real-world production. The Opportunity We’re looking for a hands-on NPD Process Technologist to help bring exciting new food concepts to life. Based in Coventry, you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative products from kitchen bench to full-scale factory launch, working at pace, solving challenges, and making a tangible impact on business growth. What You’ll Be Doing Own the process from idea to launch Translate concepts into scalable, factory-ready products - hitting cost, quality and waste targets every step of the way. Get stuck into trials & production Lead factory trials, capture critical data, and ensure everything runs smoothly, from ingredient ordering to detailed reporting within 72 hours. Create, test & innovate Develop product concepts in the kitchen, stay on top of food trends, and work closely with suppliers to bring fresh ideas to the table. Collaborate across the business Partner with teams across NPD, Packaging, Technical, Operations, Engineering and more, driving projects forward together. Deliver compliant, high-quality launches Own key documentation including cost cards, specs, QAS, and validation processes to ensure safe, robust product launches. Support customers & suppliers Present samples, manage submissions, and ensure nutritional and testing data is accurate and ready. What Makes This Role Exciting Work on multiple projects at pace - no two days the same Take products all the way from blue-sky concept to supermarket shelf Be hands-on in both kitchen and factory environments Collaborate with UK & European teams and customers Influence innovation while thinking commercially and practically What You’ll Bring Degree in Food Science / Food Technology (or equivalent experience) Experience in food manufacturing or NPD (bakery a bonus!) A passion for food trends and innovation Strong organisational skills & attention to detail Ability to juggle multiple projects and work at pace Confident communicator with a collaborative approach Comfortable in both kitchen and factory environments Flexible approach to hours when trials demand it The Details Based in Coventry with occasional travel (customers, suppliers, site visits) Driving licence beneficial Exposure to cross-functional teams and real career development If this looks of interest, click apply and I will be in touch with more details!