Area Process Manager

Job Description Step into a pivotal role at the heart of our drinks manufacturing operation, where youll oversee everything from the sourcing and management of raw materials to the precise processing of ingredients that feed our production lines. As Area Manager, youll ensure each component meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency keeping our factory running smoothly while driving continuous improvement across every stage of the process.Area Process Manager Syrup room / IngredientsRefresco, Bondgate Shift: Days, Monday FridayWhats in it for you?Competitive salary with annual pay review12.5% annual bonusBupa Healthcare3X Life assurance6% pension28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysOption to purchase extra holidayAccess to our employee benefits platform Cheers, including healthcare cover, dental insurance, car scheme, activities pass, financial services, and moreBe part of something refreshing.At Refresco, were driven to be the worlds best independent bottler. We produce some of the nations favourite drinks for leading brands and retailers and were growing fast. Were now looking for an experienced and motivated Area Process Manager to join our high-performing Kegworth team.The RoleAs Area Process Manager, youll take ownership of performance across the Syrup Room and Ingredient Control areas leading the way in safety, quality, hygiene, and yield.Youll manage and develop a dedicated team to deliver against SQCDP and other key business targets. Your leadership will ensure efficient ingredient management, optimised syrup processes, and consistent delivery of audit ready standards. Youll also play a vital role in developing Refrescos manufacturing strategy for high-risk operations, including implementing new hygiene standards and driving capital investment projects for low/no preservative production.What Youll Be DoingLead and motivate the Syrup Room and Ingredient Control teams to deliver outstanding results in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and performance.Analyse ingredient and syrup yields, identify opportunities, and drive improvements through robust data insights.Develop and maintain manufacturing standards to ensure best practice and audit ready hygiene and quality.Partner with Technical, NPD, and Manufacturing teams to optimise product ratios, processes, and manufacturing performance.Identify and control key safety hazards within the syrup and ingredient process areas.Own the Syrup Room capital investment programme and establish robust capital standards.What Youll BringWere looking for a results-focused leader with a strong technical and operational background, someone whos confident managing complexity, driving change, and inspiring people to perform at their best.Youll need:Proven leadership experience within FMCG or food/beverage manufacturing.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems (ISO 9001/2000), and food safety standards.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.Experience applying Lean principles and continuous improvement tools.Exceptional communication and coaching abilities, with a collaborative, cross-functional approach.IT literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and business systems).Who You AreYoure proactive, decisive, and performance-driven. You lead by example, think strategically, and take pride in delivering high standards across everything you do. Youre passionate about developing people and processes and thrive in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.Join Refresco and help shape the future of great-tasting drinks. Apply now and refresh your career.About Refresco:Refresco is the global independent beverage solutions provider for Global, National and Emerging brands, and retailers with production in Europe, North America, and Australia. Refresco offers an extensive range of product and packaging combinations from juices to carbonated soft drinks and mineral waters in carton, PET, Aseptic PET, cans, and glass. Refresco continuously searches for new and alternative ways to improve the quality of its products and packaging combinations in line with consumer and customer demand, environmental responsibilities, and market demand.Refresco is headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and has more than 13,500 employees. www.refresco.com.Our drinks on every table. That's the Refresco vision. Were a global business and currently produce 12 billion litres of soft drinks from 64 manufacturing plants in 12 countries and were only just getting started.Were the proud owners of six drinks manufacturing sites within the UK. Our UK business provides a great place to work for over 1,800 employees, who produce private label soft drinks and fruit juices for all the leading retailers. Whether its packed in cartons, bottles or cans, we ensure that our products are made to the highest quality standards. Our products get where they need to be when they need to get there to meet the needs of our high-profile customers.Refresco believes that equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process. Syrup Room Manager Ingredients Manager Area Manager Process Manager

Created: 2025-12-14