Are you an experienced people manager from a fresh produce or fruit environment, looking to step into a pivotal leadership role? This is your opportunity to join a well-established and reputable fruit grower, supplying Tesco, Lidl, and wholesale customers, as they continue to grow their team and operation.
What's in it for you?
Up to £35,000 salary + paid overtime
Clear opportunities for development and career progression
Supportive leadership structure with experienced team members
On-site free parking
Seasonal flexibility (time off in week when longer hours worked)
Optional accommodation available
Exposure to both operations and technical sides of the business
The Role
Reporting into the Farm Operations Manager, you'll assist the Production Manager in overseeing the seasonal packhouse operation for raspberries and blueberries. While the packhouse runs May to November, during the off-season you'll be involved in prepping the facility and planning for the next year's production.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and supporting a team of 10 operators, 3 end-of-line coordinators, and 3 QCs (including a Head QC)
Ensuring KPIs and retailer deadlines are met
Planning labour efficiently during peak harvest
Supporting BRC audits and compliance requirements
Assisting with both the technical and operational side of packhouse processes
Working with Marco detection systems and line manufacturers (training provided)
About you
Experience managing teams in packhouse, harvest, or fresh produce environments
Knowledge of soft fruit, growing, or harvesting is highly desirable
BRC audit exposure
Ideally already in a Packhouse Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor role in fruit or fresh produce
Strong communicator and hands-on leadership style
If this sounds of interest feel free to hit apply. You can also send your CV directly to or drop me a call on (phone number removed) for some more information.
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