Packing Manager (FMCG)

Stonehouse, Gloucestershire

£40-45k

Overview:

Reed Food & FMCG are seeking a Packing Manager to support daily operations of one of our fantastic clients.

As Packing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective packing and picking operations of high-quality products to support the online service, and also B2B sales. Your primary responsibility will be first line managing the staff and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the team being a main point of communication and co-ordination between operations, sales and customer service, whilst also providing hands on support to meet delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the daily operations of the packing areas, ensuring that production targets, quality standards, and safety guidelines are consistently met and that there is a focus on minimising waste and maximise opportunities around increasing the operating capacity
Supervise a small team of Packing Operatives, providing on-going training, guidance, and support to ensure high levels of performance and productivity
Ensure all food safety and quality standards of are at all time
Create, implement and maintain efficient operational procedures and work practices, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation in the packing process
Collaborate with other departments, including Production, Sales, Logistics, Hygiene, Maintenance and Customer Service to ensure smooth operation and high levels of customer satisfaction
Ensure successful completion of all relevant packing reports
Ensure effective utilisation of labour, to ensure base line headcount is maintained considering sickness and holidays
Prepare and present regular reports on performance metrics, challenges, and achievements to senior management
Drive a culture of high performance, development and recognition. Manage capability and conduct issues as and when they arise.

Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in the food industry
Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and health and safety regulations

Personal Profile

Excellent organisational, problem solving and communication skills
Spots opportunities for continuous improvement and thrives off implementing new solutions, creating positive and sustainable change
Ability to work at pace whilst maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy in work
Resilient and able to navigate challenges with a positive and collaborative attitude