Are you an experienced process professional looking for your next career step?
As a Process Manager, you'll have the opportunity to work for a leading manufacturer, managing and optimising processes to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This role offers huge room for growth and provides the chance to work with market-leading retailers and B2B customers. With strong salaries and attractive packages, this is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact and advance their career in a dynamic environment.
You will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Successfully deliver product launches on time and in full according to the development trial plan.
- Recruit, lead, motivate, and inspire direct reports up to senior process development technologist level, supporting their personal development and continuous improvement.
- Manage trial critical paths, forecasts, and plans; control resources to deliver development activities to the agreed quality and within trial budget.
- Trial and embed new products, processes, and equipment into the plant through robust procedures and controls required for the successful launch of products.
- Utilise the principles of Operational Excellence to manage the process blueprint implementation across site operations, ensuring all aspects of people, process, and plant are covered, including the review cycle.
- Present facts, concepts, and assessments to internal and external customers with clear, backed-up rationale. Influence and persuade customers to accept changes, new processes, etc.
- Understand and adhere to HSE, GMP, and food safety standards across all sites.
What's required?
- Degree level – Food Science, Food Technology, Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement.
- Previous experience of managing a team is essential.
- 5+ years’ experience within the food industry, bakery, or similar role, with management experience.
- Knowledge and passion for food processing, material properties, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Computer literate – particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Driving Licence.
- Basic knowledge or above in Food Hygiene.
What's in it for you?
£45,000.00 - £51,000.00 per annum
Do you think you fit the criteria?
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