Job Description

Overview

Join our team at Mason Brothers Cold Storage & Grading Services Ltd, a leading supplier of high-quality fresh produce to a diverse customer base. We are currently looking for a dedicated assistant production manager to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety in our products. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for maintaining excellence, we want to hear from you. We welcome new ideas and there is an opportunity to progress your career within the company.

Assistant Production Manager

, reporting to

Production Manager

.

To assist the production manager in the day-to-day activities across the factory, and to provide holiday cover for the production manager as and when required.

Guarantee staff compliance with procedures and BRC standards, ensuring the quality, legality, and safety of all products.

Lead and supervise the production team to complete all tasks efficiently in the absence of the production manager.

Contribute to Health & Safety, Food Safety, and supporting the achievement of ongoing company-wide objectives.

Requirements

You have excellent spoken and written English and good organizational skills, can work well under pressure, and remain calm in busy situations.

You have strong attention to detail, logic, and common sense, can react quickly, take initiative, multitask in a fast-paced environment, and are adaptable and flexible.

You have at least 2 years' experience working in a food production environment, supervising people, influencing adherence to company procedures, maintaining high customer service standards, and committing to a "right first time" approach.

You have good understanding of food manufacturing and aren't afraid to get your hands dirty.

You have a basic understanding of food safety, HACCP and quality standards in a packhouse environment.

Duties:

Ensure production is run efficiently and effectively to maximise yields and packaging to meet the orders set by our customers Ensure production processes meet company standards and regulatory requirements Promote a positive and collaborative team culture, role-modelling company values Communicate effectively at all levels in a professional and approachable manner Take ownership of projects aimed at improving factory performance Deliver training on production, packing, and cleaning tasks Support, motivate, and mentor operatives Troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions Oversee and maintain high standards of hygiene and ensure the cleaning schedule is followed Enforce company rules and processes across staff at all times. Understanding and capability to use IT systems

Benefits

28 days holiday inclusive of public holidays Auto-Enrolment Pension Learning and development opportunities for everyone in the business Free parking on site

Schedule

Dayshift Days and hours are flexible but based on 5 days a week. Salary ~ Negotiable based on skills and experience. Probationary period 6 months
We know that sometimes some candidates may be put off applying for a job unless they think they can tick every box. If you are really excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet... go on... why not give it a whirl? Good luck!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person