Department Manager

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Job description

Natures Way Foods began in 1994, when the Langmead brothers set up a small, bagged salad operation. Their big idea was to combine the freshest lettuce with the latest food manufacturing technology. Since then, we've grown by expanding our customer base and moving into new fresh, convenient categories and product areas.We employ more than 1400 people and operate four manufacturing units capable of producing over 326m units. We are guided by an experienced Management Board. The Langmead brothers remain as investors and Non-Executive Directors ensuring agricultural expertise remains at the heart of the business.We have opportunities for Production Department Managers to join additional shifts in order to meet an increased demand.If you have previous managerial experience in a Food Manufacturing, Manufacturing or FMCG business then we would love to hear from you!This role is offer on permanent night shift pattern from 6:00pm to 6:00am. Working 7 shifts in every 14 days.In addition to the salary, there is also a night allowance.You would be working as follows for example;Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & SundayWeek 2 - Wednesday & ThursdayPurpose of the roleYou will be managing a team of Production Operatives and overseeing the day to day running of your section in the factory. This is a very hands on role and you will be championing the quality of our products, the coaching and development of your team and ensuring that product runs on time and to specification.You will need to be a passionate leader, with experience of motivating and engaging a diverse team to success.Fresh produce is an interesting and varied industry. Your problem-solving skills will be put to the test as you will encounter seasonal challenges, varying raw product quality and tight deadlines as we can't store our fresh products so it is a tight turnaround.You will work collaboratively with your team, challenging them to be better everyday and not settling for anything less than perfect product going out of the door.As well as leading your team to success you will also need to think about the bigger picture of your role and balance profitability, efficient manufacturing processes, process improvements, working to KPI's, GMP standards, food safety and health and safety.This role will work closely with other functional teams e.g. Technical, Engineering, Hygiene, Logistics, H&S, Finance and Supply Chain.You will report to a Shift Manager and forge a strong relationship with the General Manager of the site.About youProven experience of managing teams within in a Food / Manufacturing / FMCG based factory environmentPromoting NWF Values, managing with passion, energy and authenticitySolutions focussed, manages a complex and demanding workloadClear, effective communicator whether verbal or written communicationAble to balance priorities and make effective decisions in a timely manner, ensuring customer needs are understood and metResilient and calm under pressure, able to manage your team when clear and rapid change is requiredWe offerCompetitive salaryOvertime availablePension planAll PPE and equipment providedRegular breaksPlenty of overtime availableFree on-site parkingModern facilitiesOngoing learning an developmentA genuine opportunity to progress within the companyAn Immediate start for successful applicants is available.Location of the positionDrayton site, Natures Way Foods Ltd, Chichester Food Park, Bognor Road, PO20 1NWSalary Range: £28,000 - £38,002 (plus an additional night allowance)Interested?Click the Apply Now button or send your CV to and the recruitment team will be in touch.#INDSITES#INDCRITICAL