ASSISTANT CONTRACT PACKING MANAGER

Absolute Health & Care; Wardle; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Contract Packing Manager to oversee a busy team and ensure seamless operation. This role involves motivating staff, meeting daily targets, and maintaining high standards for order fulfillment. Candidates need experience in production supervision, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with health and safety principles. The position offers a competitive salary of £34,000 plus bonuses and a diverse benefits package including fully funded training and health perks.

Benefits

Bonus opportunities

33 days holiday

Fully funded accredited training

On-site gym

Health perks via Medicash

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader thriving in fast-paced production.
• Experience co-packing or in food production preferred.
• Proficient in general computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead team and hit daily targets.
• Ensure orders leave on time and up to standards.
• Manage performance and develop team skills.

Skills

Experience as Assistant Production Supervisor

Knowledge of health and safety principles

Strong organisational skills

Proven people management skills

Confidence with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

IOSH qualification

Tools

Warehouse management systems (SAP)

Job description

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Assistant Contract Packing Manager

£34,000pa + bonus + benefits

Wardle, Nr Nantwich

JM/ACPM/WA

Permanent

Jessica Marshall

01270 509 266

We’re recruiting for our long‑standing client, Boughey Distribution Ltd.

Some shifts run themselves. This one doesn’t. And that’s exactly why it’s exciting. As Assistant Contract Packing Manager at Boughey, you’ll be right in the thick of it—leading a busy team, keeping orders on track, and making sure our customers get top‑notch service, every single day.

If you like seeing the results of your decisions in real time, motivating people to perform at their best, and turning challenges into wins, this is the role that will keep you engaged, challenged, and proud.

Why Boughey?

Boughey aren’t just offering a job – you get a career, support, and perks that actually matter:

• £34,000 starting salary (rising after successful probation) + bonus opportunities.
• Monday – Friday, 8:30am–5pm
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays (with the option to buy more!)
• Career progression across three businesses – move, grow, explore
• Fully funded accredited training
• Discounts on loads of things you already spend money on
• On‑site gym
• Subsidised canteen
• Health perks via Medicash, long service awards, attendance bonus, refer‑a‑friend bonus
• Full benefits package – pension, life assurance, cycle‑to‑work, EAP, free refreshments, parking.

What You’ll Actually Do

You’ll take ownership of your shift and make sure the operation runs like clockwork:

• Lead your team, keep them motivated, and hit daily targets.
• Make sure every order leaves on time, in full, and up to the highest standard.
• Step in for the Contract Packing Manager when needed.
• Shape the team’s culture, structure, and habits so everyone performs at their best.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with manufacturing, commercial, and support teams to keep things flowing.
• Keep health, safety, and quality top of mind while pushing for continuous improvement.
• Recruit, train, and develop your people, and manage performance like a pro.
• Track KPIs, drive improvements, and make the operation smarter, faster, better.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment. You’ll bring:

• Experience as an Assistant Production Supervisor (co‑packing or food production preferred).
• Knowledge of health and safety principles; IOSH qualification is a bonus.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems including SAP (Microlise, Contrado, Capture IT a plus).
• Strong organisational and time management skills—keeping multiple priorities on track.
• Proven people management and motivational skills.
• Initiative, problem‑solving ability, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Confidence with Microsoft Office Suite and general computer literacy.

Who are Boughey?

Part of the NWF Group (1,400+ people, three businesses, tons of room to move around). Boughey store and transport food efficiently, safely, and sustainably. With 1.5 million sq ft of warehouse space, 160 trucks, and 365 trailers, they’re constantly investing in our people, systems, and facilities.

Join Boughey Distribution and you’ll be part of a 60‑year legacy – but with every opportunity to make your own mark.

Call Jessica for more information on 01270 509 266 or apply using the form below.