Job Title: Packhouse Operations Manager Location: Bramford, Ipswich Hours: 5 days out of 7 (07:00-17:00 / 07:30-17:30 depending on season and workload) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE
Our client is looking for an experienced Packhouse Operations Manager to lead and drive the day-to-day activities of their busy packhouse. This is a hands-on role where you will ensure customer orders are produced to the correct quality standard, on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and motivate the packhouse team to deliver a high-quality, efficient operation.
Monitor daily performance and take proactive action to improve underperforming areas through coaching, training and redeployment of skills.
Oversee production start-up and operational checks, ensuring all procedures and quality standards are followed.
Work with the quality and technical team to maintain customer quality specifications.
Maintain an audit-ready environment including hygiene, documentation and staff training.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimise efficiency, quality and compliance.
Provide accurate performance data and participate in daily operational meetings.
Skills and Experience:
Proven supervisory or team-leading experience in Fresh Produce, Food Production or FMCG.
Experience operating packing machinery and ensuring compliance on packing lines.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Experience managing audits and understanding audit requirements.
Excellent communication skills, fluent in English; Russian speaking is a bonus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, hands-on manager to take ownership of a busy packhouse and make a real impact.
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