Packhouse Assistant Manager – Soft Fruit – East Fife, Scotland - £30,000 + Apartment
Location: East Fife, Scotland.
Are you an experienced packhouse professional with a background in fresh produce and team supervision? Do you enjoy leading teams, maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring packing operations run smoothly in a fast-paced environment?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established soft fruit business in Scotland, supporting the daily management of a busy packhouse supplying high-quality berries to major retailers and other customers. With accommodation provided, this role could suit someone looking for their next step in fresh produce management.
The Job:
Reporting to and working closely with the Packhouse Manager, you'll help oversee daily packhouse operations, lead and support the team, and ensure products meet customer specifications and food safety requirements.
Working alongside production, harvest and management teams, you'll help maintain productivity, minimise waste and ensure full traceability and compliance throughout the packing process. You'll play an important role in maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene and efficiency, particularly during busy harvest periods.
The Company:
A progressive fresh produce business specialising in soft fruit production, supplying high-quality berries to major retailers and other customers. The business places a strong emphasis on food safety, quality assurance and operational efficiency.
The Candidate:
Previous experience in a fruit or food packhouse environment.
Experience supervising or leading teams.
A strong understanding of quality, hygiene and food safety standards.
Good computer literacy and the ability to maintain accurate records.
Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
The ability to work effectively under pressure during peak harvest periods.
A flexible approach to working hours, including weekends when required.
Good spoken English; additional languages would be beneficial.
Desirable:
Experience in soft fruit packing.
Food Safety or HACCP training.
First Aid or Health & Safety qualifications.
Experience working with seasonal and multicultural teams.
The Package:
£30,000 salary.
Accommodation provided – apartment.
Training and career development opportunities.
Permanent opportunity within an established fresh produce business.
The chance to develop your management experience in a busy soft fruit operation.
Working Hours: Rotating shifts, 6:00am–2:00pm and 2:00pm–10:00pm. Flexibility is required during busy periods, including weekends where necessary.
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Please email your CV to William Mccann, Recruitment Delivery Consultant at WMccann@agriRS.co.uk
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