Fresca Group
Packaging Manager
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Packaging Manager
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Packaging Manager. Based in Paddock Wood and reporting to the Head of QA, Technical and Packaging, this is an excellent opportunity to join a leading fresh produce business. You will lead the packaging function for FreshPLUS and Thanet Earth Paddock Wood.
You will source packaging, labels, and indirect goods, balancing quality, cost, and service while ensuring materials are available for production.
Leading the packaging store, operatives, and box-making operation, you will manage performance, motivate the team, and ensure it is adequately staffed and appropriately trained to achieve work objectives—while maintaining safe, efficient order fulfillment.
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Working within a fast-paced fresh produce environment, you will control stock and valuations, review forecasts, place orders, manage replenishment and obsolete stock, and maintain accurate SAP material codes—preventing downtime and shortages.
You will also maintain packaging approvals, traceability, and BRC compliance, manage supplier and equipment issues, and identify sustainable cost savings.
Our Ideal Packaging Manager Will Have
- Packaging, procurement, or supply-chain experience in food, FMCG, or manufacturing.
- Strong stock-control, forecasting, purchasing, and SAP/ERP skills.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, traceability, and BRC audits.
- Experience leading and developing staff in a fast-paced operation.
- Strong planning, numerical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive, commercially aware, and safety-focused approach.
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The Hours You Would Work
- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7.30 am – 4.30 pm
What Else We Can Offer You
- A competitive salary.
- 6.6 weeks' annual leave including bank holidays.
- Pension scheme.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Free onsite parking.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Medicash
- Death in service benefit.
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