- Lead and drive performance in production and warehousing, setting and maintaining high standards to foster a strong food safety culture.
- Implement proactive solutions to minimize production downtime and address people-related issues, with support from HR.
- Manage staff performance and attendance, promoting a team-oriented environment through development and succession planning.
- Ensure adherence to all policies and procedures, including HACCP, TACCP, VACCP, to guarantee the production of safe and legal products.
- Collaborate with other departments to enhance overall production and warehouse performance.
- Optimise production plans to reduce labour and waste costs while maintaining quality and compliance.
- Control variable costs, including materials, labour, and packaging.
- Conduct daily production meetings, maintaining structured reporting on production issues.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of all required documentation.
- Plan labour, equipment, and material resources efficiently to ensure smooth production startups.
- Proven experience in production management within the food industry.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop a team.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and quality control processes.
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with HACCP, TACCP, and VACCP systems.