Join the Samworth Brothers Team and become part of our dynamic family!
At Samworth Brothers, we genuinely care about our colleagues and strive to create an engaging environment that values your unique contributions. We are committed to your success and offer a range of exceptional benefits that we believe supports your life and personal aspirations: -
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Private health scheme
- Employee discount scheme
- Experience annual pay reviews
- Profit related pay
- Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities
The Opportunity
Are you a results-driven leader with a passion for people, performance, and continuous improvement? At The Cornwall Bakery, we’re looking for an experienced and motivated Department Manager (Packing) to lead and develop our packing operations across a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Packing Area Managers to deliver high performance across all shift patterns
- Ensure consistent delivery of quality, safe, and compliant products in line with company standards
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, cost optimisation, and operational excellence
- Manage all aspects of people processes including recruitment, training, performance management, and succession planning
- Champion health, safety, and environmental best practices, ensuring a safe working environment for all
The Ideal Candidate
We believe that success is built upon collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we welcome candidates who are passionate about working together to achieve greatness. As a valued member of our team, you will bring the following skills and experience: -
- Proven experience in manufacturing operations within a food or FMCG environment
- Strong line management background including performance management and team development
- Hands-on experience with process improvement tools and techniques (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
- Working knowledge of food safety standards and compliance (HACCP/Food Safety Level 3 preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong analytical and communication skills
We also want you to thrive in an engaging and inclusive work culture where you will have the opportunity to take on personal accountability and take pride in your work. We encourage positive communication, and the building of strong collaborative relationships is essential to every role.
Join us at Samworth Brothers, where you'll be more than just a team member – you'll be an integral part of our thriving family. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us!