We are currently seeking a Palletising Chargehand to be based at our new Preston Cold Store. The purpose of this role is to, working under the guidance of the Supervisors, effectively manage the Cold Store packing area and Cold Store Operatives, ensuring that the targets defined by the Cold Store Supervisors and Cold Store Manager are achieved.,

Responsible for supervising all aspects of a designated area by delivering a best quality production in the most efficient way are met at all times
Ensure all product enters the box freezer in the most effective way and meets the predetermined quality standards
Ensure all products are palletised efficiently and built with integrity.
Ensure the pallet builder is operational at all times and is serviced with all the required inputs.
Ensure all part pallets are collated accurately to reduce wasted space in the store.
Ensure that lost production time is kept to a minimum
Ensure an exceptional level of internal/external customer service through on time deliveries and minimal customer returns
Liaise with the Coldstore Supervisors to identify the correct levels of staff required to fulfil customer demands ensuring that labour costs are kept to a minimum where possible
Effectively harness, motivate and develop their team in order to reduce staff turnover and encourage maximum productivity
Conduct compliance checks relevant to the area being worked in and report any none-conformances through the proper processes
Ensure closure of any none-conformances raised and proactive prevention of repetition
Deliver on key performance indicators
Carry out activities with full awareness of their impact on the environment, in terms of people and the local area
Objectively assess the team's performance
Ensure clarity of role for team members, including assigning of tasks, coaching and providing feedback

Experience in a similar role (team leader / supervisor / chargehand)
Experience leading and supervising a team
Previous experience of FMCG manufacturing (preferably food related)
Comfortable working in a cold, fast paced environment to daily targets, in a safe and controlled manner.
Good level of computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Resilience & able to adapt to change
Suitable transport to get to site - HU12 8TB

Cranswick is a leading UK food producer with revenue of over £2.6 billion. We produce and supply premium food to high profile UK grocery retailers, the food service sector, and other UK and global customers.

Monday - Friday, 06:00-14:30
Strong commitment to progression and personal development through department specific training
Time and a quarter pay for overtime
28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Purchase company shares via discounted share scheme
Company pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
Access to retail discount app, bike to work scheme, health and wellbeing platform

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