Description: To assist the Harvesting Manager in the day to day harvesting and ensure quality and maximum efficiency is achieved. To cover the Harvesting Manager in their absence. Hours: Mon-Fri 7am till 4:30 pm Main Responsibilities: To effectively plan and organise the people resource on the line to ensure the most efficient production output. Ensure that all Hygiene and Health & Safety rules and procedures are followed by all operatives. Ensure that all employees comply with quality and good manufacturing procedures. Ensure that all Harvesting KPI’s are achieved. Ensuring that the products presented are of the highest possible standard Drive efficiencies within the department. Effectively communicate all Company information to all operatives Ensure that the working areas are kept clean and tidy, at all time. Using a ‘clean as you go’ rule. Ensure all waste and resources are kept to a minimum. Ensure all documented details are recorded accurately and all changeover information is precise. Continuously monitor the process and offer ideas for improvement. Motivate your team and develop a good team spirit. Ensure all staff receive adequate training and report any gaps where applicable. Leadership – take responsibility for team performance and take corrective action where necessary. Member of site’s Food Safety, HACCP, TACCP and VACCP team. Lead by example – set the standard you want your team to follow. Liaise with other Departmental Managers and Agency Account Managers to make sure they fulfill their commitments to you. Essential Qualifications Previous experience as Team Leader / Supervisor within a fresh produce environment Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good basic IT & Numerical skills Ability to meet deadlines in pressurised environment Problem solving Team player Be flexible in approach to working hours 2nd Level Education/Qualifications (e.g. GCSE, NVQ, Diploma) Basic Food Hygiene Qualification Desired Qualifications HACCP training Advanced Food Hygiene Qualification Degree level Education