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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead - **Company:** Finsbury Food Group - **Location:** East Kilbride, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Office, BRCGS Standards Knowledge, Performance Monitor - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=65ef3d5aa7158d23 ## About the Role * Degree qualified in Food Science or an equivalent discipline * Level 4 HACCP qualification * Lead Auditor qualified * Significant experience within a senior Technical or Quality leadership role in food manufacturing or FMCG * Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Standards, HACCP, food safety legislation and customer Codes of Practice * Experience leading customer, third-party and regulatory audits * Proven experience developing and leading high-performing technical teams * Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement methodologies * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using root cause analysis to drive sustainable improvements * Commercially aware with experience managing departmental budgets and delivering cost improvements * Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the business * Experience working collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, NPD and Commercial teams * Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP systems * A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach with a passion for driving technical excellence ## Description As Technical Lead, you'll take ownership of the site's technical strategy, ensuring food safety, quality and compliance remain at the forefront of everything we do. You'll lead the technical function, developing a high-performing team while embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the site. You'll be responsible for maintaining robust Quality Management Systems, HACCP plans and food safety processes, ensuring the site remains compliant with customer requirements, legislative standards and industry best practice. You'll oversee the site's BRCGS accreditation, lead customer and third-party audits, and ensure the business remains audit-ready at all times. Working closely with Production, Engineering and NPD, you'll support successful product launches, identify opportunities to improve manufacturing performance and drive projects that enhance product quality, reduce waste and improve operational efficiency. You'll use data, trend analysis and structured root cause techniques to investigate issues, identify improvement opportunities and implement long-term solutions. You'll lead the site's approach to customer complaints, technical withdrawals, depot rejections, pest control and hygiene standards, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively and sustainable improvements are achieved. You'll also oversee departmental budgets, develop meaningful technical KPIs and provide regular performance reporting to the Site Leadership Team. 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