Assistant Production Manager (Fresh Produce)

Assistant Harvesting ManagerLocation: Holme-upon-Spalding Moor, York Hours: 5 out of 7 days per week (flexibility required including weekends and peak periods) Salary: 40,000 (full-time, permanent role) Benefits:28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)Overtime opportunities during peak periodsCareer development in a growing and supportive environmentPension scheme (subject to eligibility)Opportunity to influence key aspects of harvesting operations The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving, family-run food production business in a hands-on, operational leadership role. As the Assistant Harvesting Manager, you''ll support the Harvesting Manager in all aspects of running the harvesting department - from labour planning and training to quality control, performance management and cross-functional collaboration. Your role will directly influence pick rates, product quality, team performance, and yield optimisation. You''ll be working closely with Harvesting Supervisors, Pickers, and other department managers, bringing leadership, structure, and innovation to daily operations.ResponsibilitiesAssist in the overall management of the harvesting department and cover for the Harvesting Manager as neededDeliver training, coaching and mentoring to pickers and supervisors to achieve daily pick rate targetsMonitor crop readiness and coordinate staffing plans to align with yield forecastsMaintain high product standards, focusing on weights, sizing, stalk ..... full job details .....