Packhouse Manager | Fresh Produce | East Scotland
Up to £50,000 + Accommodation
Looking for your next leadership move in fresh produce?
Want to live and work by the beautiful east coast of Scotland?
We're working with a long-established grower-supplier who operates across both fruit and veg, supplying top-tier UK supermarkets with fresh, seasonal produce. They're now looking for an experienced Packhouse Manager to take the reins of the veg operation.
The Role
You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the veg packhouse, managing a diverse team of around 30 packers (plus up to 3 supervisors), ensuring smooth and efficient operations across packing, audits, Health & Safety and compliance. You'll also play a hands-on role in managing seasonal peaks and workforce planning.
This is a role that still requires strong people skills, while there is some automation, the site remains heavily labour-focused. Communication is key here, with many returning seasonal workers from Eastern Europe, Kenya, and Central Asia. If you speak Russian (or any Eastern European language), that's a huge plus.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing daily packing operations of veg lines (primarily brassicas and asparagus in season)
* Leading, motivating and coordinating a multilingual team
* Overseeing audits, compliance, H&S, and quality procedures
* Coordinating logistics and transport from the site to the supermarkets
* Reporting to Rob (Head of Veg) and liaising with the wider senior team
What You'll Need
* Packhouse leadership experience - ideally in fresh produce
* Strong people management skills with a collaborative, proactive style
* Confident handling audits, logistics and seasonal team planning
* A cool head during peak season and a hands-on approach
* Bonus: Russian or other Eastern European language skills
Package & Perks
* Salary up to £50,000
* Accommodation included - a modern static caravan on site with up to 3 bedrooms
Location
Based on the edge of East Scotland, it's ideal for someone looking for a quieter lifestyle with stunning countryside surroundings. If relocation is a concern, the accommodation makes it a lot easier!
Packhouse Manager | Fresh Produce | East Scotland
Up to £50,000 + Accommodation
Looking for your next leadership move in fresh produce? Want to live and work by the beautiful east coast of Scotland?
We're working with a long-established grower-supplier who operate across both fruit and veg, supplying top-tier UK supermarkets with fresh, seasonal produce. They're now looking for an experienced Packhouse Manager to take the reins of the veg operation.
The Role
You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the veg packhouse, managing a diverse team of around 30 packers (plus up to 3 supervisors), ensuring smooth and efficient operations across packing, audits, Health & Safety and compliance. You'll also play a hands-on role in managing seasonal peaks and workforce planning.
This is a role that still requires strong people skills, while there is some automation, the site remains heavily labour-focused. Communication is key here, with many returning seasonal workers from Eastern Europe, Kenya, and Central Asia. If you speak Russian (or any Eastern European language), that's a huge plus.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing daily packing operations of veg lines (primarily brassicas and asparagus in season)
* Leading, motivating and coordinating a multilingual team
* Overseeing audits, compliance, H&S, and quality procedures
* Coordinating logistics and transport from site to supermarkets
* Reporting into Rob (Head of Veg) and liaising with the wider senior team
What You'll Need
* Packhouse leadership experience - ideally in fresh produce
* Strong people management skills with a collaborative, proactive style
* Confident handling audits, logistics and seasonal team planning
* A cool head during peak season and a hands-on approach
* Bonus: Russian or other Eastern European language skills
Package & Perks
* Salary up to £50,000
* Accommodation included - a modern static caravan on site with up to 3 bedrooms
Location
Based on the edge of East Scotland, it's ideal for someone looking for a quieter lifestyle with stunning countryside surroundings. If relocation is a concern, the accommodation makes it a lot easier!
Whats next
If this sounds like the right role for you, then click the link below to apply or email me at jack@morepeople.co.uk.
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