Technical Lead

FRS Recruitment ·www.frsrecruitment.com

Location Tipperary, Tipperary, Ireland
Salary EUR 70,000 - 75,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Lead
Source Shazamme
Food Science & Production Tipperary Midlands Technical Lead Quality Food Production
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Customer Technical Lead

Driving Product Excellence & Customer Satisfaction

My client, a leading Midlands based Food Production company is seeking an experienced Customer Technical Lead to lead product quality, customer standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a high-profile, customer-facing role within a progressive food manufacturing business renowned for quality, innovation, and customer focus.

Working closely with the Head of Technical & NPD, you will act as the technical lead for key customers across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead customer quality initiatives, product improvement projects, and technical relationship management.
  • Serve as the primary technical contact for customers on food safety, quality, compliance, and product performance.
  • Ensure compliance with BRC, HACCP, GMP, customer standards, and all relevant legislation.
  • Manage customer and third-party audits, ensuring the site remains audit-ready at all times.
  • Drive continuous improvement projects across Quality, Operations, and Commercial teams.
  • Support the investigation and resolution of customer complaints, implementing effective corrective actions.
  • Provide technical guidance on food safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and manufacturing best practices.
  • Support new product launches, artwork approvals, and product development projects.
  • Deputise for the Technical Manager when required.

About You

  • Degree-qualified in Food Science or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years' experience in a senior Technical, Quality, or Food Safety role within food manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of BRC, HACCP, GMP, food legislation, and quality management systems.
  • Proven experience leading audits, customer-facing projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join

  • Key leadership role within a growing and innovative food business.
  • Strong package including pension & bonus
  • Significant customer interaction across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
  • Opportunity to drive quality, product improvement, and customer excellence.
  • Collaborative management team with a strong culture of continuous improvement.

Travel: Up to 20% (Ireland, UK & Europe)

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Technical Lead role?
FRS Recruitment is hiring for the Technical Lead position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Technical Lead job located?
The Technical Lead role with FRS Recruitment is based in Tipperary, IE.
What does the Technical Lead role pay?
FRS Recruitment lists the Technical Lead role at EUR 70,000–75,000 per year.
Is the Technical Lead role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at FRS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Technical Lead role?
The Technical Lead position is aimed at lead-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Technical Lead role at FRS Recruitment?
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