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Who are we, and what do we do?
Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country's major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door.
A little about our Telford site:
Our advanced manufacturing site in Telford is one of our main processing facilities, processing up to 1.5 million birds per week with over 1,200 talented people employed at our Telford site.
About the Role:
Are you passionate about FMCG and People Management? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in Food Manufacturing?
We are looking for a highly competent and motivated Section Manager to join our Production Team, based at our Telford site. The role is factory based, so you'll be working in a fast-paced, dynamic FMCG factory environment.
What will you be doing as a Section Manager at Avara?
As a Section Manager, you will be accountable to the Production Manager for the operational output within your designated section to effectively manage all operations and ensure KPIs, targets and business objectives are met.
What will your key responsibilities include?
1. Management and development of Team Leaders and colleagues within their zones.
2. Leading your section on all food safety, health & safety and quality standards adherence.
3. Section lead for customer visits and audits, ensuring effective planning, coordination and delivery.
4. Implementing continuous improvement initiatives across a range of areas.
5. Carrying out line side SICs to filter information to the Production Manager.
6. Utilising allocated resources within your section and escalating shortfalls when required.
7. Implementing processes and procedures for effective data capture for further analysis.
8. Ensuring consistency in the application of the company's policies and procedures.
9. Developing and reviewing SOPs for designated areas.
10. On request, deputising for the Area Production Manager.
What you'll need to be successful:
1. An experienced Section Manager or Team Leader in a similar production or manufacturing environment.
2. Experience of continuous improvement in a production environment.
3. Ability to deal effectively with challenging situations.
4. Proven people management skills in a diverse and demanding environment.
5. Excellent communicator at all levels.
6. Excellent time management and analytical skills.
7. Experience of coaching and developing a team.
The benefits of working for Avara Foods:
As a Section Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment. We offer comprehensive training and benefits that include:
* Up to £40,000 per annum DOE
* 31 days holiday allowance
* Secure contract with long term career development opportunities
* Straight forward pension contribution of 6%
* Life assurance scheme
* Subsidised staff canteen
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salaried Advance Finance
* Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
* Access to our Employee Benefit Scheme.
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What happens after you apply for this role?
After you've applied, you'll be contacted by a Resourcing Officer at our Telford site to discuss your application and CV further.
If you're ready to work in a dynamic environment, apply today!
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
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