Assistant Packhouse Manager – FMCG

Tailored Resourcing Solution; England; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established Fresh Produce Supplier is seeking an Assistant Packhouse Manager to join its team during a period of growth. This role involves managing production across a large facility and leading a dedicated team to meet customer requirements, with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production / packing FMCG environment.
• Experience in a Fresh Produce facility or Fresh Food Production is essential.

Responsibilities

• Effective management of Production Team Managers and line staff.
• Plan and manage the production schedule to ensure KPI’s are achieved.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain Quality and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Strong communication ability

Team management

Job description

A market leader in their sector, our Client is an established and highly regarded Fresh Produce Supplier to the major retailers and catering & wholesale sectors. We currently offer an excellent Assistant Packhouse Manager role to join the business at an exciting time of growth.

The position of Assistant Packhouse Manager will work on a shift basis working Sunday to Thursday to ensure the smooth flow of production across a large Fresh Produce packaging facility, meeting orders and customers’ requirements through the effective management of a dedicated production team.

Key responsibilities;
Effective management of Production Team Managers (c2 Managers / c50 line staff on shift)
Plan and manage the production schedule on shift to ensure KPI’s are achieved and time & waste reduced where possible
Work closely with colleagues and departmental Managers to ensure Quality, and Health & Safety requirements are maintained

We require;
Strong communication ability
Confident and personable approach to team management
Previous exposure to a production / packing FMCG environment
Experience in a Fresh Produce facility or Fresh Food Production is essential

This role is working as part of the management team and requires a ‘hands on’ approach in a fast-paced, perishable environment.
Location: Kent
Hours; Sunday to Thursday
Salary; £40k, dependent on experience