Manufacturing Production Supervisor Opportunity
4 days ago
About the Role
Section ManagerAre you a seasoned production professional with a proven track record in team management? Do you have experience working within a fast-paced FMCG environment?
Avara Foods, one of the UK's largest food businesses, is seeking an experienced Section Manager to join our Site Operations team based at our advanced processing site in Shropshire. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and motivate a skilled and diverse team as we grow and develop.
Purpose of the role:
As a Section Manager, you will be accountable to the Production Manager for the operational output within your designated section, ensuring all operations are effectively managed and KPIs, targets, and business objectives are met. You will meet all legislative requirements and company policies, ensuring the safety of employees, equipment, infrastructure, and products.
Operating Environment
This role is primarily factory-based, inside a large FMCG chilled and highly automated factory environment. Working hours: Sunday to Thursday 21:30 to 06:30
Your Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop Team Leaders and colleagues within your zones.
- Lead your section on food safety, health & safety, and quality standards adherence.
- Be the Section lead for customer visits and audits, ensuring effective planning, co-ordination, and delivery.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives across various areas, with direction from the Production Manager.
- Carry out line-side SICs to filter information to the Production Manager for shift SICs.
- Utilise allocated resources within your section, escalating shortfalls in resource, supply chain, or asset reliability when required.
- Implement processes and procedures to ensure data capture for analysis by senior management.
- Ensure consistency in applying company policies and procedures.
- Develop and review SOPs for designated areas.
- Deputise for the Area Production Manager as needed.
What We Are Looking For
- An experienced Section Manager or Team Leader with similar production or manufacturing experience.
- Experience of implementing change through effective management in a production environment.
- Ability to deal effectively with challenging situations.
- Proven people management skills in a diverse and demanding environment, leading and motivating teams.
- Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
- Time management and analytical skills, with experience coaching and developing teams to reach their capabilities.
A Little About Us
Avara Foods supplies chicken and turkey to the nation's most popular supermarkets and restaurants. We invest in people, utilise the latest technology, and commit to high-quality food standards, employing over 7,000 people.
What's In It For You?
As a Section Manager, you will enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. Benefits include up to £45,000 per annum (DOE) + shift pay, comprehensive training, and a range of lifestyle benefits, including wellbeing resources and shopping perks.
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