Packhouse Operations Coordinator
24 hours ago
Portsmouth
Packhouse Operations Coordinator Location: South England Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time Overview A leading fresh produce business is seeking a Packhouse Operations Coordinator to support the efficient day-to-day running of a modern packhouse operation. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production targets, quality standards, food safety requirements, and customer specifications are consistently achieved. Key Responsibilities • Support the daily operation of the packhouse to achieve production plans and customer orders., • Monitor production performance, productivity, and packing efficiencies., • Maintain accurate production, traceability, and operational records., • Ensure labels, packaging, and product specifications are correctly applied., • Report equipment faults and operational issues promptly., • Support waste reduction and continuous improvement initiatives., • Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and customer standards., • Assist with internal audits and compliance activities., • Support the onboarding and training of new team members., • Provide guidance and direction to operational teams during production., • Promote a positive, safe, and professional working environment. Qualifications & Experience • NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Food Manufacturing, Agriculture, Horticulture, Operations, or a related discipline., • Previous experience within fresh produce, food production, manufacturing, or FMCG environments., • Experience coordinating or supervising operational teams., • Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills., • Good computer literacy and experience maintaining operational records., • Understanding of food safety and quality management systems., • Flexible approach to working hours during seasonal periods., • Lean Manufacturing, HACCP, or Forklift qualifications would be advantageous. What's on Offer? • Salary up to £40,000 DOE., • Permanent full-time position., • Career development opportunities., • Modern working environment., • Opportunity to join a successful and growing fresh produce business