HP Foods Technical Development Officer working on multi-site projects for new products and processes.Lucas Ingredients Coatings Development Technologist covering bespoke development of new and novel coatings for the Meat, Fish and Poultry Industry. Asda and Somerfield 12 years as Retail Technical Manager covering grocery, bakery, frozen foods and fresh produce. Managed 17 staff at Somerfield delivering own label product development and technical policy management programme. Comprehensive understanding of many different product processes and specific technical expertise in supplier site auditing and product development project management.Zorba Foods 6 years as Technical & Development Manager implemented new “state of the art” high care chilled manufacturing site in South Wales manufacturing chilled dips and sandwich fillings for major multiples. Developed and implemented all aspects of the new site design, layout and technical operational policies and procedures. Key achievements; higher level BRC accreditation, growth of product range from 3 to over 60 new product lines. Turnover growth from £1.5 million to £15 million in 6 years.Short period as an Interim Consultant working with Hazlewood Foods and Uniq Prepared Foods.CP Foods UK 13 years as Development Manager in Retail, Business to Business and Export. Extensive knowledge in poultry, shrimp, seafood and party food. Farming, aquaculture, processing and Retail product development and project management.After 38 years in the Food Industry I have an expanse of knowledge, expertise and experience covering product development and technical management in manufacturing and retail. My drive for excellence and customer service combined with my managerial skills are well proven as are my abilities to organise, motivate and communicate at all levels of business. I also have a proven track record in meeting objectives and delivering results according to set time constraints and commercial requirements.