Operations Manager
Location:
The Pizza Factory, Nottingham
Shift Pattern:
4 days a week, Wednesday - Saturday 7AM-6PM
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
About Us
Joining
2 Sisters Food Group
means becoming part of the UK's largest food manufacturer, with a £3 billion+ turnover and over 13,500 employees. At our Gateside Road site in Nottingham, we are passionate about producing high-quality bakery products for our customers while continuously investing in our people and processes.
About the Role
The Operations Manager will lead operations across the entire factory, working cross-functionally with quality, safety, engineering, and production teams to ensure smooth operations and delivery of top-quality products. You will have a Shift Manager as a direct report and you'll be hands-on in driving continuous improvement, managing risk assessments, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee full factory operations, ensuring products meet quality and cost standards
Manage and support the Shift Manager to ensure consistent performance across the shift
Lead risk assessments, training, and accident investigations
Ensure quality issues are fully resolved and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented
Build a culture of accountability, holding teams to high performance standards
About You
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader with short shelf life food experience, excellent managerial skills, and a continuous improvement mindset. You'll need to be confident in managing large teams, drive operational excellence, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Key Skills & Experience
Strong managerial experience with the ability to lead and challenge teams
Experience managing a large workforce
Food manufacturing background is essential but pizzeria experience is desirable
Proven track record in continuous improvement (Yellow/Green Belt preferred)
Auditing experience and customer-facing skills
Level 3 Food Safety and IOSH qualification (NEBOSH preferred)
Benefits
28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
Refer a friend scheme
Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid offering confidential support 365 days a year
Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% off at Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner, and Burger & Cocktails
Cycle2Work Scheme
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your expertise to a leading food manufacturer and make a significant impact. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration, you'll be supported to grow and develop in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.
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