Assistant Production Manager

Menter a Busnes; Hereford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading soft fruit producer in Herefordshire seeks an experienced Assistant Production Manager to support daily operations in soft fruit production. This full-time role involves supervising seasonal teams, coordinating logistics, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have soft fruit production experience and strong organizational skills. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary between £32,000 - £35,000, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in soft fruit production (harvest or growing) is essential.
• Strong organisational and planning skills are required.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise seasonal staff and monitor their performance.
• Oversee soft fruit production tasks.
• Coordinate logistics and team movements.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.
• Maintain production records.

Skills

Experience in soft fruit production

Strong organisational skills

Team management

Proactive approach

Language skills (Russian or Bulgarian)

Tools

Full UK driving license

Job description

Assistant Production Manager - Soft Fruit Production

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you an experienced soft fruit professional with a background in growing or harvest operations?
Do you have team leadership experience and a hands-on approach to farm production management?
Are you looking to grow your career with a high-performing, innovative soft fruit business?

Location of the Job:
Herefordshire

Salary and Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary between £32,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• Accommodation is not currently available for this role

Additional Information:
This role would suit candidates currently working as a Harvest Supervisor, Assistant Grower, or Assistant Production Manager within the fresh produce or soft fruit industry, who are looking to develop further within a supportive, quality-focused environment.

About the Company:
Our client is a successful and progressive soft fruit producer supplying raspberries and blueberries to leading UK supermarkets. With over 500 tonnes of fruit produced annually and a seasonal workforce of over 230, the business grows, harvests, and packs all produce on site from April to November. This is a well-structured business offering excellent long-term career opportunities.

Assistant Production Manager - The Job Role Details:

You will support the Production Manager in all day-to-day aspects of soft fruit production, from crop management through to harvest. The role will involve leading teams, coordinating logistics, ensuring fruit quality, and maintaining accurate production records.

Assistant Production Manager - Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise, train, and monitor performance of seasonal staff and team leaders
• Oversee and support soft fruit production tasks (growing, harvest)
• Coordinate daily logistics and team movements
• Host staff induction and training sessions
• Monitor and report on health and safety compliance
• Maintain accurate production records
• Carry out fruit quality control during harvest

Assistant Production Manager - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:

You will have/be:

• Experience in soft fruit production (harvest or growing) - essential
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Confident in managing seasonal teams and motivating staff
• Proactive, with a hands-on and independent approach
• Positive, adaptable, and a quick learner
• Language skills such as Russian or Bulgarian would be an advantage (not essential)
• A full, clean UK driving licence is required

Working Hours:

• Off-season (winter): Monday-Friday, 39 hours per week
• Peak season (April-November): Extended hours and weekend work will be required - 2 days off will be given each week

How to Apply:

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The Industry (Key Words):

Assistant Production Manager, Harvest Supervisor, Soft Fruit, Raspberry, Blueberry, Seasonal Labour Management, Fruit Growing, Farm Operations, Fresh Produce, Horticulture, Quality Control, Agriculture Jobs

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