Role overviewProduction Manager Contract Type: Permanent Hours of work: 40 hours, 5 days out of 7 (includes every other Sunday).....
Role overview
Production Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 40 hours, 5 days out of 7 (includes every other Sunday) on a rotational basis 06:00 – 14:00 (flexibility
required)
Location: Fazila Foods LTD, Unit 27 Waters Meeting Business Park, Britannia Way, Bolton BL2 2HH
Salary: Competitive
Founded in 1999 by Fazila Malek and her husband Abdul, Fazila Foods is a hallmark of quality in the Halal food industry. Combining
convenience with homemade quality is the reason that Fazila Foods continues to expand, reaching new customers every single day.
Based from our production facility in Bolton, Fazila Foods proudly supply to over 400 SPAR stores across the north of England as a
proud member of the James Hall & Co. family of companies.
Our products can also be found on shelves across Europe as we continue our aim to deliver the Fazila Foods brand worldwide.
As part of our continued growth, we are excited to welcome new team members to the business who are as passionate and dedicated
about their work as Fazila herself
About the Role
As a Production Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure the efficient production
and distribution of goods. You’ll be responsible for monitoring product quality, maintaining health & safety standards, managing
production staff, as well as supporting with administrative task. For this role, flexibility is key, as you may be required to
perform tasks outside your usual scope to support the business.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
The role involves assessing weekly production plans, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety standards, and maintaining
high hygiene levels. You will be responsible for overseeing production, staff management, and ensuring product compliance with
specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
Production & Operations:
* Assess weekly production plans and manage daily staffing requirements.
* Oversee production timings, rotate stock, and monitor production runs.
* Ensure product compliance with specifications, documenting all processes accurately.
* Track and review key performance indicators (KPIs).
* Manage and maintain machinery, ensuring smooth operations and site security.
Health and Safety:
* Conduct Safe Systems of Work (SSW) and Risk Assessment (RA) reviews for compliance.
* Utilize IOSH training to write SSW/RA for new equipment or processes.
* Conduct audits and site walkarounds, documenting and addressing any concerns.
* Investigate accidents, complete necessary documentation, and submit reports.
* Provide mentorship and support to employees regarding health and safety concerns.
Human Resources:
* Oversee recruitment, inductions, and return-to-work procedures following employee sickness.
* Handle Risk Assessments for employees facing health-related conditions, including illness, pregnancy, or injury.
* Guide staff facing personal, welfare, or financial difficulties to appropriate resources, such as Grocery Aid.
* Manage employee absences and record them in Quinyx and other systems.
Training & Development:
* Maintain and update the training matrix for each department, ensuring compliance.
* Support new hires and agency staff, ensuring they are set up in the People Zone system.
* Organize and facilitate training sessions, delivering clear communication and documentation (SOPs).
* Translate for employees as needed during training.
A Few Things about You
We are looking for a proactive and motivated individual with a positive attitude to join our team. The ideal candidate will take
responsibility for challenges, seek solutions, and drive team success. Enthusiasm, effective communication, and a commitment to
exceeding expectations are key to this role.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Experience in a supervisory position, ideally within an FMCG environment.
* Strong understanding of health and safety standards (IOSH certification preferred).
* Excellent time management and organisational skills.
* Multilingual in English and either Urdu or Gujarati (desirable but not essential).
* Food Safety Level 2/3 certification is a plus.
* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and timelines.
* A positive attitude with a “can-do” approach to problem-solving.
Here at Fazila Foods we understand the importance of feeling valued and appreciated for the work that you do. Without our team, we
simply would not have the success we have had over the past 20 years. Below are just some of the benefits you can take advantage
of as a member of the Fazila Foods family.
Loyalty award – From day one you will receive £0.25p per hour for every hour you work. You will then receive this as a lump sum on
the pay period after your 12 month anniversary.
Free On-site Parking - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to work as our site has a secure
car park
On-site prayer room and changing facilities- We are proud of the diverse and multicultural environment we have created and have
taken steps to ensure we offer a safe and accommodating working environment
Learning & Development – We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our
in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised
qualifications.
Grocery Aid – We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all
colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other
fantastic services to support you when you need it.
We also offer cycle to work scheme, bereavement pay, pension scheme and our famous Festive Hamper!
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