Technical ManagerA well-established Irish food manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and excellence is seeking to appoint a Technical Manager. The business supplies major Irish retailers and is entering an exciting phase of growth. The site incorporates bothHigh CareandLow Careoperations built to deliver best-in-class food safety and technical standards.Role OverviewThe Technical Manager will lead the Technical & Quality function, ensuring the highest standards of food safety, legality, and product quality across all manufacturing operations. This individual will manage a team of six, including the Quality Manager, and will play a strategic role in the transition to the new facility.The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capability, deep technical expertise, and experience balancing day-to-day technical operations with long-term improvement projects.What We offer:Full-Time Permanent PositionLocation: MonaghanWorking Hours: Monday To Friday, 8am-5pmSalary: €70'000-€75'000 DOEBenefits: 10% Pension Contribution, Health Insurance, No Weekends, Work with a leading food manufacturer- rapidly expandingKey ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementLead, coach, and develop a team of six technical and quality professionals, including the Quality Manager.Foster a proactive food safety and quality culture across the organisation.Ensure team capability, succession planning, and continuous training.Food Safety, Quality & ComplianceOwn the Food Safety and Quality Management Systems (HACCP, TACCP/VACCP, allergen management, etc.).Ensure compliance with all customer, BRCGS, retailer, and regulatory standards (DAFM, FSAI, EU food law).Maintain and continuously improve technical standards, policies, and processes.Lead and manage internal, external, and retailer audits.New Facility TransitionPlay a central role in the transition to the new purpose-built facility, ensuring all technical, food safety, and quality standards are embedded from day one.Support commissioning, equipment validation, and layout optimisation for High Care and Low Care operations.Develop and implement technical readiness plans and risk assessments for the new siteCustomer & Retailer EngagementAct as the point of contact for retailer technical managers.Manage customer complaints, product specifications, and quality performance.Lead customer visits, technical reviews, and audits.Product Quality, Innovation & Process ImprovementEnsure all products consistently meet agreed quality specifications and customer expectations.Support NPD and operations teams with technical input, factory trials, and product launches.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce non-conformance, improve yields, and enhance product quality.Data, Reporting & KPI ManagementMaintain accurate technical and quality records.Build and monitor KPIs across quality, compliance, complaints, microbiological results, and audit outcomes.Provide regular updates to senior management and proactively recommend improvements.Required Experience & QualificationsEssential5+ years' experience in Technical/Quality roles within food manufacturing.Strong understanding of High Care and Low Care operations.Proven experience leading technical and/or quality teams.Excellent knowledge of retailer technical standards, BRCGS, HACCP, and EU legislation.Experience managing customer and third-party audits.Strong communication, leadership, and influencing skills.DesirableExperience supporting site transitions, commissioning, or major facility upgrades.Experience in chilled foods, meat, or ready-to-eat manufacturing.Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, or related field.Key CompetenciesLeadership & people developmentDecision-making & problem solvingAudit management capabilityAttention to detailContinuous improvement mindsetCustomer focusAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentWhy This Role?Lead the technical function within a respected, growing Irish food manufacturer.Key leadership role in shaping the technical standards of a brand-new, purpose-built facility.Strong retailer partnerships and a supportive senior leadership team.Competitive salary and benefits package.