Packhouse Manager

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  • Anstruther, Fife
  • £45,000-50,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
We're working with a long-established grower-supplier who operates across both fruit and veg, supplying top-tier UK supermarkets with fresh, seasonal produce. They're now looking for an experienced Packhouse Manager to take the reins of the veg operation.The RoleYou'll oversee the day-to-day running of the veg packhouse, managing a diverse team of around 30 packers (plus up to 3 supervisors), ensuring smooth and efficient operations across packing, audits, Health & Safety and compliance. You'll also play a hands-on role in managing seasonal peaks and workforce planning.This is a role that still requires strong people skills, while there is some automation, the site remains heavily labour-focused. Communication is key here, with many returning seasonal workers from Eastern Europe, Kenya, and Central Asia. If you speak Russian (or any Eastern European language), that's a huge plus.What You'll Be Doing
  • Managing daily packing operations of veg lines (primarily brassicas and asparagus in season)
  • Leading, motivating and coordinating a multilingual team
  • Overseeing audits, compliance, H&S, and quality procedures
  • Coordinating logistics and transport from the site to the supermarkets
  • Reporting to Rob (Head of Veg) and liaising with the wider senior team
What You'll Need
  • Packhouse leadership experience - ideally in fresh produce
  • Strong people management skills with a collaborative, proactive style
  • Confident handling audits, logistics and seasonal team planning
  • A cool head during peak season and a hands-on approach
  • Bonus: Russian or other Eastern European language skills
Package & Perks
  • Salary up to £50,000
  • Accommodation included - a modern static caravan on site with up to 3 bedrooms
LocationBased on the edge of East Scotland, it's ideal for someone looking for a quieter lifestyle with stunning countryside surroundings. If relocation is a concern, the accommodation makes it a lot easier!Packhouse Manager | Fresh Produce | East ScotlandUp to £50,000 + Accommodation
Looking for your next leadership move in fresh produce? Want to live and work by the beautiful east coast of Scotland?
We're working with a long-established grower-supplier who operate across both fruit and veg, supplying top-tier UK supermarkets with fresh, seasonal produce. They're now looking for an experienced Packhouse Manager to take the reins of the veg operation.
The Role
You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the veg packhouse, managing a diverse team of around 30 packers (plus up to 3 supervisors), ensuring smooth and efficient operations across packing, audits, Health & Safety and compliance. You'll also play a hands-on role in managing seasonal peaks and workforce planning.
This is a role that still requires strong people skills, while there is some automation, the site remains heavily labour-focused. Communication is key here, with many returning seasonal workers from Eastern Europe, Kenya, and Central Asia. If you speak Russian (or any Eastern European language), that's a huge plus.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Managing daily packing operations of veg lines (primarily brassicas and asparagus in season)
  • Leading, motivating and coordinating a multilingual team
  • Overseeing audits, compliance, H&S, and quality procedures
  • Coordinating logistics and transport from site to supermarkets
  • Reporting into Rob (Head of Veg) and liaising with the wider senior team
What You'll Need
  • Packhouse leadership experience - ideally in fresh produce
  • Strong people management skills with a collaborative, proactive style
  • Confident handling audits, logistics and seasonal team planning
  • A cool head during peak season and a hands-on approach
  • Bonus: Russian or other Eastern European language skills
Package & Perks
  • Salary up to £50,000
  • Accommodation included - a modern static caravan on site with up to 3 bedrooms
Location
Based on the edge of East Scotland, it's ideal for someone looking for a quieter lifestyle with stunning countryside surroundings. If relocation is a concern, the accommodation makes it a lot easier!Whats nextIf this sounds like the right role for you, then click the link below to apply or email me at jack@morepeople.co.uk.INDTECHSign up for job alertsIf you are a human, ignore this fieldCreate alertYou agree to ourShare this jobSimilar JobsSouthamptonNegotiableSwanley£37500 - £40000 per annumFaversham£37000 - £41000 per annumGloucester£32000 - £35000 per annumNottingham£45000 - £55000 per annumQuick linksHelpfulGet in touch with usMorePeople, Riverside Suite, Cherryholt House, Cherryholt Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2EP

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