Thrive Group are delighted partnering with a dynamic and growing business at the heart of the UK's food industry, looking to recruit an Operations and People Leader - Food Sector to join the team on a permanent basis in Wincanton.
What you will be doing:
- Creating structure and focus across warehouse and production activities
- Working closely with team leads to deliver high standards in quality, safety, and performance
- Supporting continuous improvement projects and encouraging a proactive culture
- Championing training and development while ensuring compliance with food safety standards
- Taking ownership of stock, scheduling, and operational KPIs
- Acting as the go-to person for operational troubleshooting and team wellbeing
What you will need to succeed:
- A solid background in leading operations within food, FMCG, or manufacturing environments
- Strong people management experience - you're calm, clear, and credible under pressure
- Deep understanding of food safety and quality practices (HACCP, BRC, GMP, etc.)
- Confidence with warehouse systems and production planning tools
- A mindset focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and progress
What you will receive in return:
- Competitive salary package (£38K-£44K)
- Free on-site parking
- Casual dress and employee discounts
- Company pension & sick pay
- A business that values its people and invests in growth
What you need to do next:
If this position sounds of interest and you would like to be considered. Please email on sarah. elliott@ thrivegroup.co.uk or contact me on 01225 632666 to discuss further.
Thrive group are acting as an employment agency with respect to this vacancy.
If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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