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Packhouse Manager | Fresh Produce | East ScotlandUp to £50,000 + AccommodationLooking 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 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 teamWhat 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 skillsPackage & Perks* Salary up to £50,000* Accommodation included - a modern static caravan on site with up to 3 bedroomsLocationBased 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 Scotland

Up to £50,000 + AccommodationLooking 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 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 site to supermarkets* Reporting into Rob (Head of Veg) and liaising with the wider senior teamWhat 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 skillsPackage & Perks* Salary up to £50,000* Accommodation included - a modern static caravan on site with up to 3 bedroomsLocationBased 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!

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