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Job Title: Packhouse Manager (6-Month Contract)
Location: Herefordshire
Salary: Competitive
An established and expanding fruit production business in Herefordshire is seeking an experienced Packhouse Manager to lead all operations within the packhouse. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the practical experience to step up into a leadership role, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities:-
Oversee the overall management and supervision of the packhouse, ensuring efficiency and high standards.
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Train, lead, and motivate a diverse team to achieve production targets.
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Ensure compliance with Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations, BRC standards, and customer requirements.
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Manage packhouse departments including Admin, QC, Housekeeping, Despatch, Cold Stores, and Production Lines.
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Plan daily production, ensuring orders are packed and processed efficiently while minimizing waste.
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Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring customer specifications are met.
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Liaise with growers, marketing desks, and key stakeholders to manage stock effectively.
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Oversee Health & Safety, Ethical Trading, Site Security, and Food Safety Culture.
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Organize engineers and contractors for equipment maintenance.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
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Proven experience in a similar role within large-scale horticultural or food production operations.
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Experience with soft fruit is desirable but not essential.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and develop teams.
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Attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high standards.
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Ability to work flexibly, particularly during peak periods.
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Ambitious and proactive approach to business management and process improvement.
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Competitive salary package.
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Relevant training and excellent career progression opportunities.
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A supportive and dynamic working environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key operational role in a growing business. If you have the experience and ambition to succeed, we would love to hear from you!
To Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience to (url removed)
