The Role:
Within our Production Management team, we are seeking a Head of Cheese Production to elevate our organization to new levels of success in cheese manufacturing and quality. Having invested over £30m in our factory in recent years, we take pride in our best-in-class facilities and vision to "get it right first time” and are committed to a continuous improvement culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Cheese Production Department, ensuring the transformation of raw materials into top-quality finished cheese products.
- Develop and mentor department supervisors and employees, fostering a skilled and engaged team.
- Ensure strict adherence to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, and champion sustainability initiatives within the production processes.
- Oversee quality systems to meet company and customer standards, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Develop and manage the production budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and resource allocation strategies.
- Manage the key KPI’s of the operation to deliver optimum financial output.
- Implement best practices and enhance production efficiency, yield, and product quality.
- Collaborate to build strong working relationships and a positive work culture.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by actively identifying opportunities for operational enhancement.
- Ensure high productivity and cost-efficiency through effective management of production operations and maintenance.
The Applicant:
- We are looking for applicants with proven track record of senior-production team leadership with a minimum of 5 years industry experience.
- BSc Hons degree in Dairy Science or related field, or similar work experience in a related industry.
- Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
- Production software and data analytics skills.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of quality assurance standards, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Commitment to driving industry-leading performance.
Our Mission: To deliver best in class manufacturing milk price in Wales by becoming an efficient and added value cheese producer.
Benefits:
Competitive remuneration package and benefits that is reflective of this senior Management role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- BSC Hons degree in Dairy Science or related field
Experience:
- Industry: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
