Purpose of the Position:
This is a hands-on
junior management role focused on supporting the senior management team in the
smooth running of daily production operations. The role involves leading a
designated area of responsibility, ensuring operational efficiency is maximised,
key performance indicators (KPIs) are achieved, and high standards of technical
performance, quality, and health & safety are maintained and continuously
improved through effective management of people, processes, and systems.
Key Activities & Responsibilities:
* Deliver production plans
efficiently across the assigned area, maximising yield while minimising
downtime and waste.
* Monitor and manage staffing
levels in line with daily throughput, ensuring KPI targets are
consistently met. Adhere to production
recipes, systems, and procedures to maintain product quality, food safety,
and legal compliance.
* Collaborate with the Production
Manager to investigate yield variances and implement effective solutions
while maintaining quality and cost targets.
* Ensure all equipment checks are
completed and that equipment is used safely and maintained correctly.
* Lead daily, weekly, and monthly
stock takes, ensuring accurate stock control and proper rotation in your
area of responsibility.
* Maintain high standards of
cleanliness and hygiene, following a “clean as you go” policy at all
times.
* Support and close out
non-conformances identified during GMP, fabrication, hygiene, and internal
audits in a timely manner.
* Ensure all production and
technical documentation is completed accurately; investigate and resolve
any non-conformances.
* Assist in investigating customer
complaints and support resolution both internally and externally.
* Manage team performance,
including conducting reviews and handling disciplinary processes where
required.
* Conduct regular team meetings and
briefings to ensure clear communication and alignment.
* Support management in
identifying, developing, and implementing departmental projects and
initiatives.
* Participate in production trials,
including data collection and analysis.
* Train new and existing staff on
products and procedures, monitoring ongoing compliance.
* Support the smooth running of
audits and site visits.
* Keep
line managers informed of any opportunities or risks that may impact the
business through both formal and informal communication.
* Provide
ongoing departmental intelligence, data, and insights to support informed
decision-making across the business.
* Ensure
full compliance with all relevant legislation and standards (including
Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, BRC, SALSA), reporting any breaches
promptly.
* Maintain
and contribute to a strong working knowledge of company policies,
procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Additional production and technical responsibilities
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Management Responsibilities (Direct & Indirect):
Total Direct and Indirect Head count – up to 20
people
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Key Attributes:
* Proven management experience
within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, ideally within a High
Care/High Risk setting.
* Strong ability to plan,
prioritise, and coordinate production activities effectively under
pressure.
* Highly numerate with a solid
command of written and spoken English.
* Reliable and punctual with a
strong work ethic.
* Sound knowledge of people
management practices, including investigations, disciplinary procedures,
performance management, and recruitment and selection.
* IT literate, with proficiency in
Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
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Major Contacts:
Internal
Production Team
Production Manager/Supervisor
Technical Team leads
External
Technical Manager Customers
Auditors
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Note:
This description is base on the company’s assessment of the requirements
and functions of the job as of the date the description was prepared. It is a
general guideline for both managers and employees but it does not claim to be
an exhaustive list of all aspects of the job. The company reserves the right to
modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities
of the job on either a temporary or indefinite basis to meet the requirements
of the company’s business.