Senior Technical Manager

Mackle Petfoods is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Technical Manager to lead our technical function and help drive excellence in product safety, quality, compliance and continuous improvement across the business.

Moyle, Co. Tyrone

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading pet food manufacturers and play a key role in maintaining the high standards our customers and consumers expect.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, managing and developing the Technical Team


• Maintaining BRCGS accreditation and driving continuous improvement within our Quality Management System


• Managing HACCP programmes and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements


• Leading customer, retailer and certification audits


• Working closely with DAERA and other regulatory bodies


• Driving a strong food safety and quality culture throughout the business


• Supporting export certification and customer technical requirements

What We're Looking For

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


• HACCP Level 4 qualification


• Previous experience managing BRCGS accreditation


• Minimum 5 years' management experience within food manufacturing, pet food or a related industry


• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills


• Experience developing and motivating teams

What We Offer

• Competitive salary


• Private Medical Insurance, including partner and dependant cover


• Health Cash Plan


• Death in service


• 22 days annual leave plus 9 statutory closure days


• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme


• Additional leave for long service


• Company Pension Scheme


• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay


• IVF Leave


• Employee wellbeing initiatives


• Staff discounts on our product range


• On-site electric vehicle charging


• Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you're an experienced technical professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.