Location: Thetford, Norfolk, Norfolk, East Anglia, UKOperations ManagerOur client, a long established, profitable, market leading, ethical, horse and smallholder feed producer based in Shipdham are looking for an Operations Manager to join their team.This key role is interesting, intellectually challenging, and hands on. You must be willing to undertake and learn each of the mill production roles, to ensure a full understanding of the unique production process.Key Skills & Experience:You will preferably have experience in feed production and or Agricultural production. Proven food production, and, or manufacturing experience is a necessity.At least 3 years manufacturing and management experience.Team management experience (20+ people)Contactable outside normal working hours during peak periodsMaintenance experienceShift experienceExcellent organisational skills,You will be working with the Company Directors to ensure continual improvement of manufacture.You should be a natural problem solver, with exceptional communication skills and a proactive approach. Key AspectsManaging the feed mill and logistics of the company.Ensure quality and consistency with effective production.Working with Quality, Health and Safety Advisor to maintain key standards such as UFAS, ISO9001 and ISO14001Maintain ethical standards
Soil Association (Organic) Approval and Vegetarian Society ApprovalWorking with Quality, Health and Safety Advisor to ensure safe working of all operations.Responsible for Mill staffing and trainingIngredient and plant purchasing responsibilityOverseeing company drivers, vehicles and external logisticsYou must have a full UK driving license and reside within 45 minutes of our Norfolk Head Office.Salary, company car, bonus, benefits and future health care commensurate with experience.Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications, we receive Im afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward. If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch.Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.Todd Hayes LtdTPBN1_UKTJ