IPS (Part of the Culina Group) works with some of the best known brands and provides cost effective and innovative co-packing, co-filling and co-manufacturing solutions within the UK.

At Culina Group we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Reporting to the Regional Operations Director, you will be responsible for supporting the management of the Integrated and Network operations. To facilitate Project Implementation, Site Setups, Operational Improvement Programmes and on occasion direct site support for cover.

This position will support 3 sites within the chilled network and will ideally be based in Telford with travel to Stafford and Bristol once a week. 

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hour week

Key Duties of a Regional Operations Manager:

• Champion implementation projects at specific sites as detailed by Regional Operations Director
• Create a sustainable method of communication that links at all levels within the Region and wider Group
• Liaise with all group functions to support and resolve operational day to day issues and plan to prevent re-occurrence and deliver a sustainable operational
• To adhere to and promote best practice in accordance with company Health, Safety and Quality regulations
• Provide a service based on Reliability, Quality and Repeatability, which is both measurable and auditable
• To ensure that all areas comply with hygiene audits, both internal and external
• To ensure all paperwork and systems are completed and accurate in accordance with company procedures
• To ensure GMP (good manufacturing practices) and housekeeping (clean as you go) are strictly adhered to
• Support Management team in development of standardised systems across Region
• Support the Region in the delivery of highly focused and efficient operations at each site
• Challenge the ways of working and deliver through innovation cost savings. Monitor, control and minimise waste
• Ensure best practise is developed and used, constantly seeking improvements to layout, efficiency and stock integrity
• Reviewing staffing levels by site, rotating staff accordingly in line with volumes and building robust succession plans to maintain the service
• Monitor and manage performance against KPI's
• Develop staff by training, mentoring and personal development plans
• To conduct disciplinary investigations in accordance with company procedure
• Be a champion of best practise across the Region
• Work with group and site teams to ensure a robust QMS is maintained across operations
• Establish internal capability in order to protect business identity and client brands
• Effectively manage staff issues to prevent issues being escalated

• Experience of working successfully within a FMCG environment
• Previous experience of working in a customer-led environment with changing priorities
• Prior experience within a management role
• Experience of managing a team
• Ability to identify potential and motivate a team of people
• Extensive knowledge of processes and procedures
• Experience of working within a production environment
• Experience of working with  packaging machinery
• Experience of customer, BRC and ISO audits
• Level 3 Health & Safety qualification or above
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification or above
• Average Weight Legislation knowledge
• ILM Certificate (Desirable)
• NVQ Level 3 Management (Desirable)

As part of our drive to make IPS a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus the bank holidays
• Company Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When we achieve our goals you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Private Medical Cover – This gives you peace of mind, you have choice, flexibility and speed of access to the most clinically appropriate care via Bupa
• Car Allowance 
• Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer
• Life Assurance -  4 x your annual salary
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!