The Head of Technical will lead and manage the technical operations within the factory, ensuring compliance, quality, and efficiency. This role is based in Wakefield and requires expertise in engineering and manufacturing.Client DetailsLarge national business, with multiple sites across the UKDescription Provide technical leadership for technical, quality and hygiene teams and to ensure effective quality management systems are in place to guarantee both food safety and legal compliance. Liaise closely with department managers / group technical to share best practice and ensure that at all times the companies standards are maintained. Accurate reporting of KPIs to technical team and site management team- to escalate any issues directly with the Site Director and UKP Technical Director Review quality and food safety trend analysis (customer complaints, micro results, and quality control information), allowing generation of robust improvement plans. Verify an effective pest prevention system is in place and is regularly managed by the technical team on site. Liaise directly with the FSA team and external customers on site to ensure any corrective actions following technical visits and audits are implemented and maintained. Review internal/external audits are conducted as per agreed schedule and any resulting non-conformances are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner. Ensure that the Technical Team has the necessary skills and qualifications to carry out their role ..... full job details .....