Technical Manager

Arrabawn is looking to recruit a Group Technical Manager for its Dairy Processing Food Ingredients business. Based in Co. Tipperary, the Group Technical Manager will direct and lead the food safety and quality function at a senior level.      

Job Title:                Group Technical Manager

Job Purpose:         Direct & Lead the Food Safety & Quality function for the multi-site business. 

Reporting to:         Operations Manager                   

Location:                Co. Tipperary

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide strong leadership and management on Food Safety and Quality for the business ensuring the company meets legislative, customer and company requirements.
• Manage customer relationships & communication on all Technical, Food Safety and Quality matters including customer audits. 
• Manage all employees within the Food Safety & Quality function  to ensure an effective FSMS with consistency & alignment in systems and procedures across the business.
• Drive a Positive Food Safety culture with a continuous Improvement ethos.
• Develop strong working relationships with all stakeholders to ensure there is focus and continual improvement on Food Safety & Quality metrics.
• Manage the department budget and utilize resources effectively to meet business needs. 

        Liaise with R&D and Project Manager on all relevant Capital projects to ensure compliance with best practice and validation plans to ensure Food safety & Quality are included in the design & commissioning process.

• Keep the company informed of all relevant legislation and Food Safety Risks that could impact compliance within the business.
• Represent the business at all relevant Industry forum and working groups pertaining to Food Safety & Quality.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate will have

• Qualification in a scientific or technical discipline along with a minimum of 5 years related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• A proven technical background, providing leadership and direction for Food Safety and Quality
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to develop, coach & lead others in a changing environment, promoting teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement. 
• Proven experience in managing customer relationships ensuring the business meets all customer Technical & Food Safety requirements & expectations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, planning and organisation skills
• Confident, enthusiastic individual with a "can do" attitude.
• Strong project lead, decision maker and problem solver.

Note: As with all positions, due to the nature of our business, key responsibilities will evolve and change over time.