An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation based in West Sussex, to join as our Production Manager. A family run business producing high quality meat products for our customers, who range from Contract Caterers, Business and Industry, Schools, Colleges, Care Homes and Restaurants.
Main responsibilities:
* You will be ultimately responsible for the smooth running of all production lines and the quality of output
* Managing a team of 10 staff per shift. Various shifts across the week and 24 hours per day operation.
* Planning and organization production schedules
* Determining quality control standards
* Overseeing the production processes
* Monitor production to resolve issues
* Determining quality control standards
* Overseeing the production processes
* Ability to direct personnel towards maximum performance will set you apart as a leader
* Liaising with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements
* Estimating costs and preparing budgets
* Organising workflow to meet specifications and deadlines
Determine amount of necessary resources (workforce, raw materials etc.)
* Ensure output meets quality standards & health and safety precautions
* Ensuring the team is engaged, organised and motivated
* Ensure the night shift get the orders prepared and ready for the drivers for prompt delivery the following morning
Requirements & Skills:
* Previous experience as a leader & motivator in a management role
* Knowledge and understanding of the meat / butchery industry
* Understanding of fresh food / chilled environments
* Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
* Good understanding of UK Food legislation
* Experience in reporting on key production metrics
* Proficient in MS Office or other software
* Excellent communication skills & good leadership abilities
* Ability to motivate a team
* Attention to detail as well as strong decision making abilities