Senior Operations Manager - Food Manufacturing

Senior Operations Manager – Food Manufacturing

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We are looking for a shift-based Senior Operations Manager (SOM) to join our Nuneaton-based Operations team. At WARP, the Operations team is the heart of our manufacturing facility, bringing our amazing products to life and getting them into the hands of our snackers. We aim to be the world’s leading better-for-you snacking brand, and we won’t achieve this without a world-class production facility and exceptional team behind it.

The Person

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Shift-based Senior Operations Manager at our manufacturing site in Nuneaton. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of food manufacturing operations with a high level of financial acumen. They should thrive in a fast-paced environment and be capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail are essential for success in this role.

The Role

As a Shift Senior Operations Manager, you will be responsible for several Front Line Shift Managers overseeing the daily operations of our food manufacturing factory during your designated shift pattern. You will work closely with your production teams, ensuring smooth processes and maintaining high-quality standards. Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you will play a crucial role in driving operational efficiency, optimising productivity, and fostering a culture of safety within the factory. You will also be responsible for developing improvement plans for designated processes across all shifts as the subject matter expert. This is a hands-on role that requires proactive decision-making and effective management of resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and co-ordinate daily production activities to achieve production targets and meet customer demands.
• Monitor and maintain quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
• Lead and mentor a team of Front Line Managers (Shift Managers), ensuring a safe and productive working environment is maintained.
• Identify and resolve operational issues in a timely manner to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, logistics, and quality assurance to optimise workflow and resolve any operational challenges.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring adherence to safety protocols, product specifications, and cleaning standards.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve operational performance, including efficiency, yield, and waste reduction.
• Train, mentor and motivate employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure adequate stock availability.
• Prepare reports on production performance, highlighting areas for improvement and recommendations for corrective action.
• Identify, through the use of Redzone, improvement projects and facilitate your teams to drive sustainable improvements.

Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) in food operations in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety, food manufacturing processes, quality control standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of effectively managing and developing teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is highly desirable.
• Proficient in using computer technology such as Redzone for data analysis and reporting.
• Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including nights and weekends, as required by the operational needs of the factory.

About WARP

PROPER and Eat Real were born out of a belief that healthy snacks should taste great. In 2021, we joined forces as WARP to fire up the healthy snacking revolution. To set the bar for how better, more sustainable snacking is done. In coming together, we supercharge our vision to take better-for-you snacking global. So there has never been a more exciting time to join the team.

Our London HQ, The Snackbox, is a 5-minute walk from Euston and Warren Street, and home to 50 of our team. We’re also the proud owners of The Snacktory in Nuneaton. Here you’ll find more of our team and the Movers & Makers who keep our snacks on the shelves.

Our Approach

PROPER and Eat Real is an equal opportunities employer, and we do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services

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