Materials Handling Manager
We are looking for a Production Manager!
At our Production site based in Isleham, Cambridgeshire we are looking for a diligent, self-motivated team player who can exceed in their duties to help us retain our position as a leading conventional roots supplier in the UK.
You will join us on a fulltime permanent contract.
The shift pattern will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 17:00.
Responsibility
The Job Role
Reporting directly to the Planning and Logistics Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that the movement of materials across our site is handled correctly and those using different types of MHE are properly trained to do so.
The responsibilities of the role include:
Ensure areas are in clear control through managing presence on the factory floor.- Attend all meetings/briefings as deemed necessary by your line manager.
- Take advantage of relevant training and periodic reviews of performance.
- Be proactive in the provision of feedback and the delivery of ideas to develop and improve solutions relating to your department.
- Be fully conversant with Burgess Farm's (Produce World Group) vision, values and behaviour.
- Carry out, as required, such other duties as may be necessary to efficiently run the business.
- Manage the maintenance and repairs of MHE on site.
Responsible for those who operate MHE equipment across the site.
- Control the MHE budget and report on spending.
- Provide training support to other sites if required.
- Producing and reporting on daily and weekly information that explains any variances to standard including labour, efficiencies and accidents and have an action plan to deal with these variances.
- Be fully accountable for providing the correct material to the lines at the correct time, continuously working towards reducing the downtime caused by waiting for materials.
- Be accountable for stock accuracy and stock rotation (FIFO) and ensuring stock is moved promptly and therefore only out of the cool chain for the minimum time required.
- Oversee nightshift activities when required – making sure daily activities cover off nightshift requirements i.e. additional labour.
- Implement ‘lean manufacturing processes’ which increase efficiencies and levels of productivity.
What we are looking for
- A minimum of 2 years MHE operating and training experience
- Ability to negotiate the best deals with suppliers by challenging prices.
- Ease of making contacts with vendors and establishing good relationships
- Strong communication skills both verbally and written
- A real team player with a positive attitude to implement change
Advantages
- Time spent served in boots on ground roles
- Prior Management experience
- Experience of using Navision or similar ERP Systems
What we can offer you
- A competitive salary of £37,000, dependant on Experience
- A weekly site performance bonus
- Overtime available at an enhanced rate
- Healthcare cash plan for you and any children
- Life insurance of 2 x your salary.
- Health and financial advice through an employee assistance programme (24/7 GP and counselling assistance!)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- £250 Refer a friend scheme.
- Long service awards
- Be part of a fast-growing farming and food business with strong environmental and social values
Equal opportunities
Burgess Farms is an equal opportunities employer, which means we’ll consider all suitability qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic.