Location: Corby

About Jacksons

Jacksons is part of William Jackson Food Group, a sixth-generation family business founded by William Jackson when he opened his first shop in Hull in September 1851. Today we have a portfolio of five food businesses in distinct, yet complimentary market areas, employing over 2,000 people.

We opened a brand-new site in Corby, Northamptonshire – one of the largest investments our Group has ever made – and this will allow us to realise our ambition of being the best at what we do. 2025 is an exciting time to join us – make this year a toast to you and apply now!

We have occupied the current site in Hull since 1907 and we now have 3 bread plants in our main bakery. We recently developed a second bakery, also at our site in Hull, which specialises in premium quality roll production. We specialise in the supply of bread and other carriers to the sandwich manufacturers, foodservice and export channels, and in 2012 we launched our consumer facing brand “Jackson’s of Yorkshire”.

What’s involved?

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will provide effective leadership, create an environment where the principals of our “Safety First” initiative are at the forefront of your team’s thinking. Facilitate and coach team performance, encouraging development of individuals and teams through clear and inspirational leadership. Working through others, achieve important levels of targeted performance, customer satisfaction and quality standards; this will be developed on a culture of continuous improvement, development, and learning. It is expected that the jobholder will create an environment where critical thinking and constructive challenging is the norm.

Key Areas of Responsibility

KPI ’s

· Setting the standards (leading by example) of an accident-free zone through ensuring that Safety First is foremost in individual and team behaviours. Ensure the delivery of Company objectives for accidents, HOCs and Safety Walks

· To run the operations to optimal productivity and efficiency, managing labour effectively and ensuring a skilled and flexible workforce

· Consistently and persistently improve quality of products and service beyond standard, on time and in full to customer (external and internal) requirements.

· Work to the Production schedule through team contribution and activity but continually challenge to optimise delivery.

· As a coach enhance the capability of Team Leaders and Operatives through learning and development opportunities.

· Set the tone of continuous improvement through 1:1 regular dialogue.

· Ensure strong interdepartmental communication and team working across all areas of the bakery.

· Encourage a mindset of personal ownership, accountability and a ‘Can do’ attitude.

Operational Management

· Be a key member of the Operations team on site, with the ability to build strong relationships and communicate clearly across all levels.

· Drive operational excellence, driven by the right KPI’s and underpinned by performance Metrix for all colleagues.

· Manage the bakery site to meet deadline delivery dates, product quality standards and minimize any downtime and waste, maintaining the highest standards of health & safety, performance, continually reviewing working practices and service delivery.

· Liaise and work with our central support functions, such as planning, making sure both sites work seamlessly together in the most efficient and effective way for the company in total.

· Create a culture of high performance that has within its DNA the need to continually improve and challenge constructively.

Technical Risk & Compliance

· Put Health and Safety at the forefront of all actions, making the site a leader in exemplary H&S behaviour and performance.

· Ensure risk assessments and accident investigations are in line with Company Policy.

· Ensure food safety, integrity, legality, and quality are of the highest standards, particularly regarding to HACCP systems and controls.

· Maintain the departments strategy for risk and disaster recovery.

Commercial

· You will need the ability to understand the financials of the bakery, including cost of labour, waste, and material usage.

· Work on capital expenditure proposals as and when required.

You will:

· Be a great communicator at all levels.

· Demonstrate leadership, have strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.

· Work effectively with others to achieve shared goals.

· Be a strong influencer.

· Be passionate about people and have good communication skills.

· Display a strong work ethic, integrity, and total honesty.

· Be a self-starter and demonstrate total quality in their approach to work.

Those who know you would describe you as:

· Ambitious but first and foremost of the business

· Having drive and commitment

· Personable

· A great team player

· Well organised

· A good communicator

· Highly motivated, self-starter

Qualifications and Experience

·At least 3 years’ experience in an FMCG environment (ideally bakery) with proven leadership skills

· Ideally educated at degree level or by professional body relevant to this position

· Ideally IOSH or NEBOSH qualified.

· Ideally trained to level 3 HACCP

Business Values

You will live and breathe our 5 business values in everything that you do. You will inspire our colleagues to demonstrate our values in their everyday working lives, and you will challenge any behaviours that you feel contravene our values.

· Passion - Since 1851, we’ve been passionate about ensuring that every loaf we make is baked to perfection. We’re passionate about our bread and about Jacksons, and we take responsibility and try our hardest every day.

· Ambition - We never lose sight of our history but understand we need to be bold and ambitious to be successful in the future. We’re not afraid of trying new things, and we quickly learn from our mistakes.

· Care - We look after each other. We’re friendly and welcoming - everyone feels a part of the team. Together with our shareholders, we care about our business and our future, we are frugal and spend wisely. Our local communities matter too, and we play our part in making them a better place to live.

· Grounded - We create the best bread, deliver great service and celebrate our team’s success. We are exceptionally proud of what we do but never arrogant. Down to earth is how you’ll find us.

· Expert - We strive to be the best at what we do, from baking great bread, to delivering great service. We use our expertise every day and play our part in improving our business. We know our stuff but we’re always learning, and we make sure we learn together!

Job Commitments

Corby

Shift pattern - 4 on 4 off, 2 nights rotation, 2 days rotation

Why Jacksons?

In return for your commitment as a Shift Manager with us you will receive:

· Competitive hourly rate paid every 4 weeks.

· 6.6 weeks holiday, increasing to 7 weeks with 5 years’ continuous service.

· Stakeholder pension with generous employer contributions.

· Free bread allowance

· WJFG Wellbeing and Rewards Platform

· Online benefits portal providing exclusive discounts with over 900 retailers.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Support grants available for colleagues’ children attending University.

Contact us to apply

Please apply with a CV and short covering letter detailing your suitability to the role to: Paris Robinson (People Advisor) E: (parisrobinson@jacksonsbread.co.uk)