At Albert Bartlett, we’ve been growing something special since 1948. As a family-owned business and the UK’s leading supplier of potatoes, we pride ourselves on delivering quality produce from dedicated farmers across the country. With our headquarters in Airdrie, Scotland, and additional sites in Boston, Westwick, and Jersey, we operate across the UK, ensuring excellence in fresh, chilled, and frozen potato products. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Production Manager to join our team and contribute to our legacy of quality and innovation. In this role, you will play a vital part in our production operations, helping to ensure that we consistently meet our high standards of excellence. You will work alongside a passionate team that blends time-honoured values with cutting-edge advancements in food production. At Albert Bartlett, we provide an exciting opportunity for talented individuals to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment. This is your chance to help shape the future of a company where tradition meets innovation and where your contributions truly matter.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in a production management role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team to achieve production goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the capability to make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with various stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays.

• Assist the Production Manager in overseeing day-to-day production operations to ensure efficient processes and high-quality output.
• Monitor production schedules and workflows, making necessary adjustments to optimize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with team members to implement safety and hygiene standards across all production lines.
• Assist in training and mentoring production staff to enhance their skills and performance.
• Help coordinate maintenance and repair schedules for production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Analyze production metrics and prepare reports on efficiency, quality control, and waste reduction.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting and implementing process enhancements.