Packhouse Manager

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Packhouse Manager - Salad Leaves, Herbs & Tomatoes

Are you an experienced and proactive Packhouse Manager looking for your next challenge?

Do you have a passion for fresh produce and operational excellence?

Ready to join a well-established business with a strong reputation for quality and efficiency?

Location of the Job:

Kent, UK

Salary and Benefits Package:

• £40,000 - £50,000 DOE
• Company pension scheme
• 20 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays

Additional Information:

This is a permanent, full-time position.

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established fresh produce business committed to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Specialising in salad leaves, herbs, and tomatoes, they operate a high-performing packhouse environment, ensuring produce reaches customers in top condition.

With a strong focus on innovation and best practices, they are looking for a dedicated Packhouse Manager to lead their team, maintain high standards, and drive productivity.

Packhouse Manager - The Job Role Details:

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? In this role, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of packhouse operations, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and team leadership.

Packhouse Manager - Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of packhouse management, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Manage and lead a team of staff, ensuring effective training, motivation, and performance.
• Maintain high-quality standards, ensuring all salad leaves, herbs, and tomatoes are packed to specification.
• Implement and monitor food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP, BRC).
• Manage stock levels, packaging materials, and waste to optimise efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and customer requirements.
• Analyse performance data and implement improvements to enhance productivity.
• Work closely with supply chain, technical, and production teams to coordinate operations.

Packhouse Manager - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:

You will have/be:

• Proven experience in packhouse, production, or operations management, ideally in fresh produce or food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in managing teams.
• Knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, and compliance standards (HACCP, BRC).
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• IT literate with experience in production and stock management systems.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "apply now" button to submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

The Industry (Key Words):

Packhouse Manager, Fresh Produce, Food Manufacturing, Salad Leaves, Herbs, Tomatoes, Production Management, Quality Control, HACCP, BRC, Supply Chain, Packaging, Operations Management.

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Be assured that your application will be managed in complete confidence, and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.

About Us:

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