Overview
Harvesting Manager Required – Mushroom Production
Work Area: Yorkshire, UK
Language Requirement: English B2 minimum (knowledge of other languages is an advantage)
Housing Offered: Yes
Working Hours: 40–48 per week
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: From £40,000 per year + bonus + overtime
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Responsibilities
* Organise and oversee mushroom harvesting, ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency of production.
* Lead, train, and support supervisors, pickers, and placers to achieve performance and quality targets.
* Prepare and implement daily and weekly workforce schedules according to anticipated yields.
* Assess crops daily and adjust staffing based on operational needs.
* Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.
* Introduce continuous improvement initiatives to optimise harvesting processes.
* Take responsibility for recruitment, training, and overall team performance management.
* Collaborate with growing and production departments to ensure smooth operations across the site.
Candidate Requirements
* Management experience in mushroom production or fresh produce harvesting is desirable.
* Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
* Excellent organisational and planning abilities to manage workforce schedules effectively.
* Good knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene standards.
* Ability to work under pressure, solve problems quickly, and make sound operational decisions.
* Good communication skills and English at least A2 level.
* Knowledge of other languages is highly desirable, as the team is international and multicultural.
We Offer
* Competitive salary starting from £40,000 per year.
* Performance-related bonuses and paid overtime.
* Company-provided accommodation.
* Long-term, stable employment in a reputable and expanding business.
* Supportive and professional working environment with opportunities for career growth.
* Experience working in an international team.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this vacancy, please send your CV directly to our email address info@jobstaff.uk
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