Assistant Packhouse Manager

Morepeople 01780; Evesham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fresh produce business in Evesham is looking for an Assistant Packhouse Manager. In this role, you'll support the Packhouse Manager with day-to-day operations, overseeing production schedules and leading your team to meet targets. Candidates should have supervisory experience in fresh produce and a good understanding of packhouse operations. This is an excellent opportunity for those ready to step up into management and make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory/assistant manager role within fresh produce.
• Understanding of packhouse operations and equipment (graders, flow wrap, etc.).
• Ability to train and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Packhouse Manager in running day-to-day operations.
• Oversee production schedules and ensure timely order completion.
• Lead and motivate production teams to deliver results.
• Monitor KPIs such as yield and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with H&S and GMP standards.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Team development

Tools

Packhouse equipment

Production scheduling tools

Job description

Assistant Packhouse Manager | Fresh Produce | Evesham

Salary: £30,000-£40,000

Ready to Step Up into Leadership?

Are you an up-and-coming leader, aspiring to move into management or an established manager looking to grow the remit of your responsibilities in a nurturing environment? This is your chance to take that step into an Assistant Packhouse Manager role with a business that values your skills, supports your development, and gives you the platform to grow.

About the Company

Our client is a respected fresh produce business with a strong reputation for quality, service, and innovation. Operating in Evesham, they supply top retailers with fresh, high-quality produce while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, compliance, and efficiency.

The Role - What You'll Be Doing

As Assistant Packhouse Manager, you'll support the Packhouse Manager in running day-to-day operations across 18 lines.

• Overseeing production schedules to make sure customer orders are completed on time and in full.
• Leading, motivating, and developing production teams to deliver results.
• Supporting line leaders with set-ups, changeovers, and driving efficiencies.
• Monitoring KPIs such as yield, machine performance, downtime, and waste reduction.
• Ensuring compliance with H&S and GMP standards.

What You'll Need

• Experience in a supervisory/assistant manager role within fresh produce.
• A good understanding of packhouse operations and equipment (graders, flow wrap, etc.).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and develop a team.
• A proactive, problem‑solving approach with attention to detail.
• The drive to step up into a management role and make an impact.

Next Steps

If you're ambitious, passionate about fresh produce, and ready to take on more responsibility, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by clicking the link below or reach out to me directly at [e-mail]