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Packhouse Manager

Job description

A leading fresh‑produce grower, packing and distributor is seeking an experienced and driven Packhouse Manager to support operations at a high‑performing site. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional quality to major UK retailers for a family owned, long established business.

With a wide variety of product categories, this business has developed a strong hold in their market, meaning that no day is the same, and unlike many fresh produce businesses, they are busy all year round. With a formidable and loyal customer base, they have had stable growth year on year for many years now, and don't foresee this slowing down anytime soon.

Key Responsibilities

  • Overseeing daily packhouse operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and product quality
  • Leading, motivating, and developing a diverse team across multiple shifts
  • Managing production planning to meet customer specifications and tight deadlines
  • Ensuring compliance with food safety, technical standards, and audit requirements
  • Driving continuous improvement across processes, performance, and productivity
  • Collaborating with growing, technical, and logistics teams to maintain smooth supply chain flow

About You

  • Proven experience in packhouse or production management within Fresh Produce or Food Manufacturing
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage teams
  • Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities
  • A solid understanding of food safety, quality standards, and retailer requirements
  • Confidence using production systems and KPI data

What's on Offer

  • A key leadership role within a respected and growing fresh produce business
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to shape and improve packhouse operations
  • A supportive, forward‑thinking, family feel environment where innovation is encourage.

If you're a proactive, hands‑on manager who takes pride in delivering excellence, this role offers the chance to make a real impact.. If this sounds like you please apply via the link or email me via, lawrence@morepeople.co.uk