Assistant Production Manager

Jardox are currently recruiting an Assistant Production Manager to join our growing team in a newly created role to support our Production Manager in our facility in Wincanton.

The Assistant Production Manager works in our factory, warehouse and office as the Production Manager’s right-hand, working with and supporting the team.

At Jardox, we are the "Taste Behind the Brands." We are a ‘one stop shop’ for all savoury ingredients. We specialise in stocks, gravies, curry pastes, marinades, glazes, sausage & burger seasonings and herb & spice based products.

We are looking for someone with previous experience of working within a food manufacturing environment at a supervisory or higher level.

Your main responsibilities will be the following:

· Supporting the delivery of the production plan within the costed structure

· Ensuring that your team is well managed, motivated and trained for their role

· Working to established SOP and HACCP principles, ensuring that health and safety is paramount

· Supporting the Production Manager to ensure continued high food safety and quality standards

· Supporting the Production Manager with recruitment and performance management of team members, ensuring a ‘high performance’ team culture across Jardox

· Proactively implementing lean manufacturing practices

· Planning day-to-day production and staff

· Deputising for the Production Manager in their absence

We are looking for someone with demonstrable planning skills with great communication and a hands-on team player. Strong food safety and health & safety knowlege is a must.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays.

We close between Christmas and New Year to give everyone chance to spend time with their families.

Here at Jardox there is a great family feel, with a brilliant team spirit. We work hard, and we love what we do. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please do get in touch.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person