Technical Manager at PsiBufet

Butternut Box is seeking a Technical Manager, known as Quality Manager in Poland, for their new manufacturing site in Zabrze. This role is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth manufacturing business on a greenfield site. The Technical Manager will be a key member of the site leadership team, reporting to the Site Director, and will lead the technical function for Butternut Box in Poland.

The Technical Manager will play a crucial role in establishing the manufacturing credentials of the new site. They will support the development of a great team to tackle day-to-day technical challenges, while also planning for future growth. This role involves close collaboration with the Head of Compliance in the UK to implement and tailor safety, legality, and quality processes for all Butternut Box/PsiBufet products, building upon existing processes from Rudie’s Kitchen in the UK.

Role involves:

• Leading the technical function of Butternut Box in Poland.
• Establishing manufacturing credentials for the new site.
• Developing a team capable of handling daily technical challenges and future growth.
• Implementing safety, legality, and quality processes with the Head of Compliance in the UK.
• Identifying and developing Technical (Food Quality) KPI improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accreditations and customer standards for Sam’s Kitchen.
• Developing strong internal collaboration between Production, Engineering, and Operations, and fostering external relationships with Customers and Suppliers.
• Providing strategic technical support to sites for achieving long-term goals.
• Supporting a high-performing environment with a strong focus on food safety, quality, and compliance.

Requirements:

• People-centric mindset with commercial acumen.
• Experience in legal and operating standards for food quality in Poland and the wider European market.
• Alignment with the values of the business, promoting an open and collaborative culture.
• Leadership, motivation, and influencing skills to tackle complex challenges and create simple solutions.
• Pragmatic and adaptable approach backed by strong intellectual rigor and a results-focused style.
• High energy levels and understanding of the commitment required for the site's future success.
• Experience in a high-calibre manufacturing environment.
• High levels of resilience to cope with various challenges and opportunities.
• Ability to view change as an opportunity.
• Experience in the FMCG industry, preferably in the food sector.
• Awareness of continuous improvement concepts and practices.
• Understanding of Quality and Health and Safety best practices.
• Supervisory experience with relevant safety and quality legislation.
• Strong planning, organization, and scheduling skills.
• Financial and budget control experience (ideally).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with creative thinking and analytical abilities.
• Results-driven and action-oriented with problem-solving skills.

Role Offers:

• Opportunity to work in a high-growth manufacturing business.
• Key role in establishing a new manufacturing site.
• Chance to build a team and shape the future success of the site.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Supportive management style with regular 1:1s.
• Opportunity to work with a company that values its employees and offers room for growth.