Food Manufacturing Operations Lead

1 month ago


Carlisle, Cumbria, United Kingdom Meatex Trading Ltd. Full time
About the Opportunity

We are excited to offer a challenging and rewarding role as a Food Manufacturing Operations Lead in our Carlisle site. This is a great opportunity to join a business offering plenty of variety and opportunities for progression, working closely with a team of experienced professionals.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in food manufacturing, preferably in a chilled environment, with experience in leading and improving production teams. You will be results-focused, with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of implementing new processes to drive improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop your team to achieve operational targets and efficiency gains.
  • Coach and mentor your team to drive performance, engagement, and morale.
  • Review operational trends and performance metrics, putting corrective actions in place to ensure delivery of the production plan.
  • Identify opportunities for improvements in your team, ensuring all colleagues are motivated and equipped to perform to the best of their ability.
  • Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance to all HSE standards.

About You:

We are looking for a Food Manufacturing Operations Lead who can deliver operational targets and drive behavioural change. If you have a strong analytical skillset, excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, and a passion for food manufacturing, we would love to hear from you.



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