Head of Technical
Sofina Foods Europe
Date: 16 hours ago
City: Haverhill
Contract type: Full time
Summary
Head of Technical – Play a key leadership role where food safety, quality and performance meet.
Additional Benefits
Car Allowance, Company Bonus Scheme, Company Pension Scheme, Private Medical Insurance
The Role
We’re looking for a driven and experienced Head of Technical / Technical Manager to lead our technical, hygiene and quality functions for our Haverhill site. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll ensure compliance with food safety standards, drive continuous improvement, and help shape a positive food safety culture across the site
Your Key Responsibilities
Taking the lead for all food safety, legality, and quality priorities, you will:
You’ll be a passionate and knowledgeable technical leader who brings:
At Sofina Foods, you’ll step into a high-impact role where your voice matters. You’ll work closely with a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of the site. With a strong reputation in the market, a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on people and quality, Sofina offers a career, not just a job. Join a business that’s big enough to offer opportunity and support, but agile enough for your contribution to truly count
Company Information
Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.
With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.
Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Location
Haverhill, Suffolk
Hours of Work
Full-time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
4677BR
Head of Technical – Play a key leadership role where food safety, quality and performance meet.
Additional Benefits
Car Allowance, Company Bonus Scheme, Company Pension Scheme, Private Medical Insurance
The Role
We’re looking for a driven and experienced Head of Technical / Technical Manager to lead our technical, hygiene and quality functions for our Haverhill site. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll ensure compliance with food safety standards, drive continuous improvement, and help shape a positive food safety culture across the site
Your Key Responsibilities
Taking the lead for all food safety, legality, and quality priorities, you will:
- Lead and manage all on-site technical functions, including QA, Hygiene and Food Safety.
- Build and embed a strong food safety and quality culture across the site.
- Set and deliver the site’s technical strategy, ensuring full compliance with legislation and customer standards.
- Act as the senior technical voice on site, working cross-functionally to achieve shared goals.
- Own and manage technical budgets, driving performance through KPIs.
- Ensure the site is always audit-ready and aligned to customer and BRC expectations.
- Stay ahead of changes in regulations and industry standards to proactively manage risks.
You’ll be a passionate and knowledgeable technical leader who brings:
- Proven experience in senior technical roles within meat manufacturing, ideally in RTE or high-care environments.
- Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, retailer standards and BRC requirements.
- Level 4 qualifications in HACCP and Food Safety (or equivalent).
- Experience leading technical teams in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
- A detail-focused, improvement-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness.
- A collaborative approach, with the confidence to lead from the front and influence change.
- A strong alignment with Sofina’s values: accountable, driven, passionate and committed to excellence.
At Sofina Foods, you’ll step into a high-impact role where your voice matters. You’ll work closely with a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of the site. With a strong reputation in the market, a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on people and quality, Sofina offers a career, not just a job. Join a business that’s big enough to offer opportunity and support, but agile enough for your contribution to truly count
Company Information
Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.
With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.
Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Location
Haverhill, Suffolk
Hours of Work
Full-time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
4677BR
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