Job Location: Halstead, Essex
Company Description
Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.
Diversity Statement
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
About the Role:
We are excited to invite applications for the position of Section Leader at our Eat Natural Plant based in Halstead, Essex. As part of the Ferrero family, we are dedicated to producing high-quality fruit and nut bars. In this pivotal role, you will oversee a team of up to 15 production operatives, ensuring our production runs smoothly and efficiently. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement in our hands-on environment.
Main Responsibilities:
As a Section Leader, you will play a vital role in supervising our production lines, ensuring that operations run efficiently and meet our high-quality standards. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a productive and motivated team environment. You will manage inventory effectively while following our established procedures for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale, and Environment (SQCDME), designed to enhance our overall performance.
Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work closely with the Production Manager and other stakeholders to align on production goals and strategies. Your responsibilities will include scheduling personnel in a way that optimises our resources and adheres to budgetary requirements. You will also take an active role in implementing robust safety measures to prevent workplace incidents, ensuring that our team operates in a safe and compliant environment.
In addition to these duties, you will lead problem-solving initiatives to tackle any challenges that arise on the production line, continuously striving for improvements. Monitoring production line performance will be a crucial aspect of your role, allowing you to identify areas for enhancement and drive operational excellence. Building strong relationships within your team will be vital, as you take ownership of your area and inspire your colleagues to achieve their best.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about production and team leadership. If you are ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to join us in creating exceptional fruit and nut bars at our Halstead Plant!
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for a capable leader with a background in production or manufacturing, ideally with a track record of managing a small team. You should be adept at role modeling quality, utilising lean tools, and supporting your colleagues. If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we want to hear from you!
Working hours for this position are Monday to Friday, from 07:15 AM to 04:15 PM. Join us and make an impact at our Halstead Plant, helping us create the best fruit and nut bars. We look forward to welcoming you to the Ferrero Eat Natural family!
How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:
Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.