Assistant Production Manager

Job Description

An excellent opportunity to step into a managerial role within one of the UK’s leading fresh fruit delivery companies. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you’ll oversee the daily production operations at their Croydon hub, ensuring all products are prepared to high-quality standards. You’ll lead the production lines, ensuring efficiency, compliance with Health & Safety standards, and alignment with internal procedures. Line Leaders from each production line will report to you.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and optimise production lines to maximise efficiency while maintaining product quality and packing standards.
• Oversee daily quality control, working closely with Line Leaders and liaising with the Production and Quality Managers on any issues.
• Train and onboard new production staff on fruit selection, packing, and company standards.
• Monitor product counts throughout each shift and ensure volumes meet demand, including management of High Risk products when applicable.
• Coordinate with the Load Controller and Line Leaders to ensure correct product separation, labelling, and control.
• Report any product quality issues or discrepancies to the Quality Manager.
• Track and report missing or returned baskets and manage any leftover stock.

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