Assistant Manager
Saint Austell - UK
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivatedand experienced Assistant Packaging Manager to join our Production team. Thisis a hands-on leadership role where youll support the day-to-day management ofour packaging operations ensuring our lines run safely efficiently and to thehighest quality standards.
As one of two site Assistant Packaging Managers youwill work closely with the Packaging Manager supportingthe leadership of the packaging department deputising when required andplaying a key role in delivering operational performance developing our peopleand ensuring accurate production reporting. Youll be a visible presence on theshop floor coaching colleagues maintaining high standards of safety andquality and helping drive continuous improvement across the department.
What Youll Be Doing
Overseeing the safe andefficient day-to-day operation of the packaging lines
Deputising for the PackagingManager during shift handovers daily production meetings and weekly planningmeetings
Delivering the productionschedule while maximising efficiency quality packaging yield and OverallEquipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Recording and reviewingproduction data producing weekly and monthly packaging KPI reports andensuring accurate reporting
Booking finished goods onto theERP system and supporting month-end production reconciliation
Championing health & safetyfood safety and quality compliance across the department
Supporting the developmentimplementation and review of SOPs Risk Assessments and departmentaldocumentation
Coaching and developingcolleagues through on-the-job training shadowing and supporting training plans
Identifying training needs andsupporting the ongoing development of the production team
Leading troubleshootingactivities and escalating operational issues appropriately
Driving continuous improvementinitiatives and supporting production planning
Providing hands-on operationalsupport on the packaging lines when required
Fostering a positivecollaborative culture that reflects our values and drives high performance
What WereLooking For
At least one years experienceas a Production Team Leader or Supervisor within a manufacturing or productionenvironment
A confident and hands-on leaderwho enjoys coaching and developing others
Strong problem-solving skillsand the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced productionenvironment
Experience monitoring productionperformance including OEE packaging yield and quality metrics
Experience producing productionreports and maintaining accurate operational records
A good understanding of health& safety food safety and quality management systems
Excellent communication andrelationship-building skills
A proactive approach tocontinuous improvement and operational excellence
Qualifications
HACCP Level 2
General Certificate in Packaging(desired)
Counterbalance FLT Licence (desired)
Working Patterns
You will work 40 hours a week from Monday to Friday on a shift pattern thatalternates mainly between earlies and lates.
Youwill be expectedto work occasional night shifts and flexibility is important to meetproduction requirements.
Shift times are as follows:
Earlies -6:00am to 2:30pm
Lates - 2.00pmto 10:30pm
Nights 10:00pm to 06:30am
The benefits
30% discounton food & drink within the managed estate & visitors centre
50% discounton accommodation within the managed estate
Fantastictraining & career development opportunities.
Pension Scheme- 4% Employee and Employer. Can increase to 5% if required.
Cycle to workscheme.
Company bonusscheme.
WestfieldHealth cash plan Claim money back for Dental Eye Care Physio etc
WestfieldRewards Shopping rewards
Free Parking
Additional Information
St Austell Brewery is anEqual Opportunities employer. We encourage applications from suitably qualifiedand eligible candidates regardless of age sex race disability sexualorientation gender reassignment religion or belief marital/civil partnershipstatus or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexibleworking.
Early applicationsare encouraged as well review applications throughout the recruitment processand reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
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Required Experience:
Manager