Process Owner

Rich's; Andover; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food manufacturing company based in Andover is looking for a Shift Supervisor to oversee production operations. The role focuses on ensuring safety, quality standards, and efficient operations. Candidates should have strong supervisory experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and motivate diverse teams. This position requires an understanding of safety protocols and a commitment to continuous improvement. Ideal for someone looking to advance in a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a production environment is critical.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Ability to motivate large and diverse teams is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support shift management to effectively oversee production operations.
• Ensure a safe working environment and comply with food safety standards.
• Assist with training and development of production associates.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Articulate communicator

Ability to manage large teams

Problem Solving

Safety procedures knowledge

Tools

D365

Job description

Overview

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose

• Supporting the shift management to effectively manage the production operation of the Andover Site during the shift.
• To proactively help manage the day to day issues and activities of Associates and operators on shift.
• To support the implementation of TPM and Focus improvements.
• Supporting specific improvement activities as identified by the Plant and Shift Managers.
• Carry out production duties in line with requests from Shift Management assisting in achieving high quality, low cost manufacture, meeting service levels to satisfy customer’s requirements.
• Assist the business to maintain a safe working environment and protect all associates and guests.
• To ensure products manufactured are safe, legal and comply to customers quality standards.
• To support with audit visits as directed
• To support and/or deliver associate process and equipment training requirements as directed by the shift or deputy shift manager.

Key Accountabilities / Outcomes

• Ensure a safe working environment for all associates across the site and during shift.
• Embed food safety, hygiene, and quality standards as appropriate to drive a quality culture.
• Support the business to achieve high quality, low cost manufacture, attaining production plan alongside meeting customers’ service and audit and regulatory requirements.
• Possess the ability to deputise for the Deputy Shift Manager.
• Deliver operation’s KPIs including OEE measures that meet/exceed company standards, customer and legislative requirements and current business needs.
• Support the Shift Manager in operational cost management, seeking opportunities to improve efficiencies and minimise costs.
• Support the growth and development of a team of highly engaged, high performing associates focusing on improvement of skills and development.
• D365 proficient with system and manage data collation in an effective way.
• Communicate and escalate issues to Shift management in a timely manner and conduct effective shift handovers.
• Be proactive in self-development and look for opportunities to progress when they arise.
• Involvement in problem solving and continuous improvement activity.
• Proactive development of skills and supporting the training and CI initiatives for the team.
• Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the senior team.

KPIs and Measures

• Safety, Health & Environment.
• Food Safety, Quality, process control.
• Volumes, efficiency and losses including downtime (OEE). Costs including Labour & material variance. Material yield & waste, labour utilisation.
• Hygiene compliance, activity and audit metrics.
• Plan attainment and output measures.
• Continuous improvement activity.
• Associate Development and Engagement.

You must comply with Rich Products Limited Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

Critical

• Supervisory experience
• Articulate communicator and collaborative team player
• Ability to manage and motivate large diverse teams
• Assertive, determined and not afraid to challenge the status quo
• Coaching mindset and strong team builder.
• Previous Production Line experience
• Managing within Quality Standards ensuring that Products meet the specifications of the business and customers
• Problem Solving and CI Skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced agile environment
• Safety procedures are understood and can be easily followed

Desirable

• Appreciation of D365 systems and planning systems
• Track record of managing large operational functions
• Track record of delivering results through CI activity
• Food Manufacturing / FMCG Experience
• Experience of Food Safety
• Working in a Safety Critical Environment
• People Management experience

Rich Products Corporation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.