Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and confident working in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for a Production Section Controller to join our team, supporting our busy Production Department.
About the Role
We are looking for a Production Section Controller to drive operational excellence across assigned production areas by supporting the Shift Manager in delivering safe, efficient, and high-performing operations. The Section Controller ensures production plans are clearly understood, resources are effectively deployed, and standards of safety, quality, GMP, and performance are consistently achieved. Acting as the operational link between Shift Managers and Line Leaders, the role focuses on visibility, control, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure production plans, priorities, targets and resource requirements are clearly understood and achieved.
- Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance with SOPs, risk assessments, PPE and manual handling standards.
- Monitor production performance, efficiency, downtime and waste, taking action to address underperforming areas.
- Conduct regular communication and performance reviews with Line Leaders, including SIC meetings, briefings and handovers.
- Balance labour and resources across production lines to meet operational targets.
- Ensure product quality, food safety, hygiene, GMP, traceability and HACCP standards are consistently maintained.
- Verify that production checks and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
- Escalate risks, delays, equipment issues or non-conformances promptly to the Shift Manager or relevant support teams.
- Coach, support and develop Line Leaders and Production Operatives, including agency staff.
- Address attendance, performance and behavioural issues in line with company procedures.
What we are looking for
- Strong people management and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting
- Good understanding of health & safety and quality standards
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
- Confident using basic production systems and documentation
- Flexible approach to working shiftsüExperience within food production or FMCG
- Knowledge of HACCP, BRC, or similar food safety standards
Working hours
This shift is 5 out of 7 days including weekend work, 6am – 3pm
Benefits
Competitive salary
Company pension
Training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to progress within the business
Please note, this position is being advertised directly by Primafruit - no agencies please.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Evesham WR11 1GT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
