Packhouse Operations Manager
Packhouse Operations Manager
Job Title: Packhouse Operations Manager
Location: Bramford, Ipswich
Hours: 5 days out of 7 (07:00-17:00 / 07:30-17:30 depending on season and workload)
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE
Our client is looking for an experienced Packhouse Operations Manager to lead and drive the day-to-day activities of their busy packhouse. This is a hands-on role where you will ensure customer orders are produced to the correct quality standard, on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and motivate the packhouse team to deliver a high-quality, efficient operation.
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Monitor daily performance and take proactive action to improve underperforming areas through coaching, training and redeployment of skills.
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Oversee production start-up and operational checks, ensuring all procedures and quality standards are followed.
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Work with the quality and technical team to maintain customer quality specifications.
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Maintain an audit-ready environment including hygiene, documentation and staff training.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimise efficiency, quality and compliance.
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Provide accurate performance data and participate in daily operational meetings.
Skills and Experience:
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Proven supervisory or team-leading experience in Fresh Produce, Food Production or FMCG.
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Experience operating packing machinery and ensuring compliance on packing lines.
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Strong leadership and people management skills.
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Experience managing audits and understanding audit requirements.
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Excellent communication skills, fluent in English; Russian speaking is a bonus.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
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Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
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Flexible, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, hands-on manager to take ownership of a busy packhouse and make a real impact.
