We are recruiting on behalf of our client a self-motivated and driven Packhouse supervisor.
Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of Team Leaders and Packing Operatives, ensuring the efficient running of the Packhouse.
You will monitor performance of all direct reports on a daily basis and effectively manage the packing process from beginning to end.
Working pattern: 5 days out of 7 per week and weekend working will be required.
Shift Pattern: 8 hours between the hours of 6am-6pm with flexibility.
(This is a seasonal full-time role expected to last until November 2026 however there may be an opportunity to extend the contract over the winter period and beyond)
Responsibilities
· Responsible for the overall safe supervision of Packhouse Operatives, Team Leaders and Despatch Operatives in the production area.
· Ensure the efficient packing of produce to customer specification, maintaining a right first-time approach.
· Organise production teams, monitor and drive performance, ensure production downtime is kept to a minimum.
· Ensure orders are completed in full and on time.
· Attend meetings and accompany visitors and auditors as required.
· Organise staff daily/weekly - including preparing rotas and completing timesheets.
· Organise daily production schedule ensuring all orders are completed in time.
· Investigate customer complaints.
· Ensure all staff follow food safety and hygiene protocol.
· Training of new staff as and when required.
· Assist with audits.
Skills
Essential:
· Previous supervisory experience.
· Strong leadership skills.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Good level of spoken and written English.
· Strong organisational and time management skills.
· Competent in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel).
· Experience of working in Fast Moving Consumer Goods.
· Proven ability to motivate individuals and teams.
· Flexible approach to hours and days worked.
· Able to work under pressure.
Desirable:
· Health and safety qualification
· Food safety qualification
· Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards