Job Title: Packhouse Manager (6-Month Contract)Location: HerefordshireSalary: CompetitiveAn established and expanding fruit production business in Herefordshire is seeking an experienced Packhouse Manager to lead all operations within the packhouse. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the practical experience to step up into a leadership role, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.Key Responsibilities: Oversee the overall management and supervision of the packhouse, ensuring efficiency and high standards. Train, lead, and motivate a diverse team to achieve production targets. Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations, BRC standards, and customer requirements. Manage packhouse departments including Admin, QC, Housekeeping, Despatch, Cold Stores, and Production Lines. Plan daily production, ensuring orders are packed and processed efficiently while minimizing waste. Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring customer specifications are met. Liaise with growers, marketing desks, and key stakeholders to manage stock effectively. Oversee Health and Safety, Ethical Trading, Site Security, and Food Safety Culture. Organize engineers and contractors for equipment maintenance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. What We re Looking For: Proven experience in a similar role within large-scale horticultural or food production operations. Experience with soft fruit is ..... full job details .....