Salary: 45k 17.5% Bonus £400 P/M Car Allowance Location: Bolton, BL1 2TF When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing: Motivate and manage a diverse team of mill operators, technicians, and support staff. Conduct performance evaluations, provide training, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Manage daily production cycles, including waste reception, processing, quality control, packaging, and distribution. Optimize production schedules, implement SOPs, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations and environmental guidelines. Maintain strong relationships with food waste suppliers and animal feed customers. Handle inquiries, resolve issues promptly, and ensure product quality meets customer requirements. Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process. Ensure adherence to FIMAS quality standards and oversee regular testing of materials and finished products. Continuously seek ways to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize the waste-to-feed conversion process. Manage inventory levels and develop accurate feed supply predictions and forecasts. Develop and manage the mill's budget, report on key performance indicators to senior management, and identify areas for improvement and investment. Ensure proper maintenance of all mill equipment and machinery. Implement preventive maintenance schedules and oversee facility cleanliness and organization. Champion the mill's role in surplus food solutions and circular economy principles. Implement environmentally friendly practices, ensure compliance with regulations, and engage with local communities to promote sustainability efforts. What we're looking for: Demonstrate strong capability in budget development, financial analysis, and cost control within a manufacturing environment. Excel in building and maintaining relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Effectively manage and develop teams. Showcase expertise in developing and implementing long-term strategies to drive operational efficiency, quality improvement, and business growth. Exhibit solid skills in planning, executing, and overseeing complex projects within the food processing or waste management industry. Display competence in setting clear objectives, conducting evaluations, and driving continuous improvement in team and operational performance. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. Job Posting End Date: What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply