Senior FMCG Dairy Operations Lead

Lactalis Ltd.; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rachel’s Dairy in Aberystwyth, Wales, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our end-to-end manufacturing site. You will drive safety, quality and efficiency while delivering customer satisfaction and growth.

You will manage the flow from raw materials to finished goods, develop high-performing teams and implement continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Leads manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality and efficiency.
• Experience in fast-paced FMCG environments with continuous improvement mindset.
• Proven ability to develop and coach high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee flow of materials and products from raw materials to finished goods.
• Drive continuous improvement, maximise productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure operational performance supports strategic objectives.
• Lead a diverse operations team and foster accountability and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality systems.

Skills

Operations leadership

FMCG experience

Continuous improvement

People development

Quality management

Food safety

Cost awareness

Job description

Rachel’s Dairy in Aberystwyth, Wales, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our end-to-end manufacturing site. You will drive safety, quality and efficiency while delivering customer satisfaction and growth.

You will manage the flow from raw materials to finished goods, develop high-performing teams and implement continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness and a track record of delivering