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Assistant Manager Production
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- Continuous improvement
- IT
- Free parking
- Store discount
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Assistant Manager Production

Su-Bridge Pet Supplies Ltd
Thetford

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£35,700 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Store discount
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
SAP
Supply chain
Continuous improvement
IT

Full job description

Role Purpose

The Assistant Production Manager is a vital role within our operations. You will be expected to work directly on the production lines while simultaneously overseeing a small, fast-paced team. Your goal is to assist in ensuring that production targets are met, quality is uncompromised, and the unit operates smoothly.
Key Responsibilities

1. Shop Floor Leadership & Operations

Active production: Work "hands-on" on the production lines to maintain output.
Team Supervision: Oversee a small team, ensuring staff are working efficiently and meeting hourly/daily targets.
Technical Proficiency: Operate all production machinery (following training) and assist with basic maintenance to minimise downtime.
Labeling: Manage overprinting tasks using specialised printers and Nicelable/Nicelable design software.

2. Quality Control & Dispatch

Quality Control: Conduct quality checks to ensure every product meets company standards before leaving the unit.
Product Checks: Perform final stock checks to ensure the physical count matches recorded amounts.
Health & Safety: Ensure all team members adhere to Health & Safety procedures and company protocols at all times.

3. Administrative & Planning Support

Production Planning: In the production Manager's absence, take the lead on planning production runs and scheduling work.
Systems Management: Use Excel and internal computer systems to book products and maintain accurate digital records.
Inventory Control: Assist with regular stock takes of raw materials to ensure stock levels are correct.

4. Required Skills and Experience

Management Style: Comfortable managing a small team in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
Technical Ability: Mechanically minded; able to troubleshoot machinery and use specialised software.
IT Literacy: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer systems for data entry and planning.
Physicality: This is a hands-on role; you must be comfortable being on your feet and working the lines alongside the production team.
Attention to Detail: Precision is required for stock counting, quality control, and label design.
Qualifications: Forklift license would be desirable for the role, but not essential.

Hours of Work

47.5 per week 07.30am-17.00pm Monday to Friday.

Bonuses

Monthly bonus award, subject to T'c & C's

Annual KPI bonus, subject to T'c & C's

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35700 per year

Pay: £35,700.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Store discount

Work Location: In person

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