Operations Manager
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From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the South West, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK.
Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. And it’s not just fresh potatoes. We're also continually developing our great range of innovative, ready-to-cook prepared vegetables.
At Branston we thrive to be the best, through our values and invest in our people. This is a fast-paced environment and looking for someone who is adaptable in their approach.
Are you looking for a new role where you can develop your career?
You will lead the site operations department, providing front line leadership across our Prepared Management team delivering right first time quality service, standards and performance.
You will drive the business forward through continual improvement processes, utilising department resources available to the fullest.
What you will be doing:
* Oversee and manage all operations and KPIs within the factory
* Contribute to the development of the sites in order to achieve all objectives.
* Review lead processes within to meet FEMAS, BRC, TFMS and other external and internal audit criteria, including CCP’s, GMP, Complaints, Non-Conformances and Audit readiness.
* Manage customer service level to business agreed targets
* Manage resources to ensure optimum productivity with minimum downtime.
Benefits
* 4.5 working week, finishing at 12:30pm on a Friday
* Company bonus scheme
* Enhanced pension contributions
* Private Health Insurance
* Life Assurance & critical illness cover
* Onsite Parking
* Online discounts platform
* Long service celebrations
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free fruit & potatoes
* Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
* Flu vaccines
* Refer a friend scheme
What we want from you:
* While experience in produce is advantageous it is not essential however, food manufacturing experience is essential.
* Proven track record in a management capacity, demonstrating the ability to drive improvements, generate savings, and foster growth.
* A people-oriented management approach that prioritises employee development and engagement.
* Strong planning skills coupled with the capacity to make well-informed, timely decisions supported by data.
* Proficiency in lean manufacturing tools and techniques, with the ability to effectively apply them in operational settings.
* If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role within the dynamic food industry, apply now to join our team and contribute to our continued success in our Prepared Foods factory