Co-Pack Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen to set up a new copack start up within our new site at Harworth. You will contribute to the success of the site and business by managing the daytoday running of the CoPack Department ensuring that all Service and Cost targets are met in accordance with QA and safety standards. This can be a challenging role as you could be overseeing a multitude of contracts at once therefore you will need to be adaptable and be a problem solver.

To be successful in this role you will need to ensure the construction and delivery of the products meets the high standards of the customer.

What will you be doing

• To effectively motivate lead  and manage the co pack operations team
• Ensure the final product meets client specifications
• To effectively maximise production efficiency to ensure plan is met on an hourly/daily basis
• Initial point of contact with the Customer
• To manage the operation in line with the Quality Management System e.g. quality records and checks carried out by the function.
• Effectively use the onsite Warehouse Management systems
• To provide capacity plans in line with  customer forecasts highlighting future resource constraints
• Ensure products are in line with the agreed Quality standards and ensure the final product meets client specifications.
• Plan labour to effectively maximise production efficiency to ensure plan is met on an hourly/Shift  basis and manage changeover of lines/product and sign off ready for production runs
• Liaise with other key departments including customers regarding production plan and ensure the plan is met.
• Effectively plan and manage labour resourcing against production plan to meet customer requirements
• Ensure production process efficiency targets are communicated owned targeted and delivered. e.g. labour and waste
• Liaise with internal departments providing effective communication of production requirement
• Fully utilise systems available to drive Continuous Improvement in all areas of the Copack operation.
• Ensure that all areas comply with hygienic audits both internal and external and GMP (good manufacturing practices) and housekeeping (clean as you go) are strictly adhered to
• Ensure all training / skills matrixes are up to date. Identify and manage any gaps as required to support the development of production workers to deliver the production plan.
• To communicate plans with Customers and Site Operations to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.
• To ensure all paperwork and systems are completed and accurate in accordance with company procedures

Qualifications :

• Flexibility within the role to be able to cover a variety of areas within the warehouse and Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
• Must be a team player who is capable of working on their own initiative.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of onsite systems.
• Able to work to tight deadlines.
• PC Literate in MS Word Excel and Outlook.
• Should demonstrate the drive and desire to progress.
• Must be flexible in approach to work and shift patterns.
• Ability to efficiently lead a team delegate supervise functions and keep staff motivated
• Should have good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and problem solving skills.customer interface.

Additional Information :

As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave  Competitive holiday entitlement 
• Company Bonus  We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals youll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Private Medical Cover  This gives you peace of mind you have choice flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa
• Pension scheme  we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer
• Life Assurance   4 x your annual salary
• Wellness  Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days 365 days a year
• Eye Care Vouchers  We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward & Recognition  We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts  via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime