NAVARA OAT MILLING is looking for employees for positions:
hr administrator
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Language
english
Salary
salary
Responsibility
create and maintain a company vacancy approval process
explore different routes of advertising roles and attracting potential candidates
create and maintain HR tracking documents
support with note taking and recording of disciplinary/grievance outcomes
promote company values and beliefs at every opportunity
arranging interviews, liaising with line managers and candidates; booking rooms, preparing interview schedules and issuing supporting paperwork and documentation
manage and co-ordinate company recruitment campaigns, ensuring they are proactively monitored during the advertising period, working closing with managers to take action where applications received are few in number or of poor quality, engaging with marketing department to ensure all jobs are advertised on company profile pages and all visual displays are in line with current company brand guidelines
manage and reduce recruitment costs by creating a preferred list of suppliers
Requirements
demonstrate a high degree of integrity
ability to work with a high level of attention to detail
excellent communication and influencing skills ensuring engagement and relationships with all colleagues
energetic and versatile
positive, personable and well presented
excellent time management and prioritisation skills
hard working with a “team first” orientation
human resources: 1 year
quality technician
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
work proactively with operational teams to drive conformance and results
enter, retrieve and interrogate data and results within IT system
ensure product testing and process checks are carried out at required times during the process in alignment with agreed deadlines
this includes timely product release, or putting product on hold for non-conforming product, per batch of product during any shift
receive, prepare and store samples for food safety, quality and function testing both on-site and at external laboratories, with regular interaction with Milling and Production teams
provide technical support for Product Development Manager for product development for customers
work with colleagues across the business to investigate complaints and identify opportunities for improvement
review results, both on-site and at external laboratories, against specifications and raise and investigate non-conformances for out of specification results and identify opportunities for improvement
Requirements
proven track record of Quality Assurance and Quality Control in the food industry
highly organised and self-motivated
confident working with IT systems
experienced in internal auditing
be able to demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset
ability to make sound decisions
great communicator
food quality control: 1 year
customer service advisor
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Language
english
Salary
salary
Responsibility
process both export and UK orders through our in-house system with a high degree of accuracy
monitor open orders to ensure goods are being despatched in line with customer lead times, troubleshooting issues as they arise
undertake general queries and complaint managing internal and customer expectation – communicating effectively
facilitate and complete export documentation as required
liaise in a timely manner with Finance where necessary for customer order release and to resolve open queries
logistics management – liaise with third party hauliers to ensure expectations and deadlines are being met
liaise with production/warehouse from order through to delivery ensuring SLA’s are to be met
proactively call customers in the event of stock shortages offering alternative solutions
Requirements
accurate data input and order entry experience
ideally some experience in export documentation
credit control process experience
logistics scheduling and liaising with third party haulage providers
excellent customer relationship building skills
experience and desire to multi skilling across varying departments to support the business
proactive approach to problem solving and providing appropriate customer solutions
customer service: 2 years
customer sales advisor
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Language
english
Salary
salary
Responsibility
process both export and UK orders through our in-house system with a high degree of accuracy
monitor open orders to ensure goods are being despatched in line with customer lead times, troubleshooting issues as they arise
undertake general queries and complaint managing internal and customer expectation – communicating effectively
facilitate and complete export documentation as required
liaise in a timely manner with Finance where necessary for customer order release and to resolve open queries
logistics management – liaise with third party hauliers to ensure expectations and deadlines are being met
liaise with production/warehouse from order through to delivery ensuring SLA’s are to be met
proactively call customers in the event of stock shortages offering alternative solutions
Requirements
accurate data input and order entry experience
ideally some experience in export documentation
credit control process experience
logistics scheduling and liaising with third party haulage providers
excellent customer relationship building skills
experience and desire to multi skilling across varying departments to support the business
proactive approach to problem solving and providing appropriate customer solutions
customer service: 2 years
supply chain manager
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
drives all aspects of supply chain to deliver quality products in a safe environment as well as promoting the Navara values
OPERATIONS – Ensures that the product is handled, stored, and distributed to the agreed quality and food safety standards
build and sustain professional relationships with both internal and external suppliers
PEOPLE – Works with teams across Navara to ensure the business has good raw material, sales forecast and customer demand information which they bring together to meet customer demand and deliver orders on time and in full
establish, development, sustain and achieve departmental KPI structure
works with Commercial, Operations and Distribution partners - using business systems to monitor warehouse stocks, raw material and distribution rates against the product costed standards
be an integral part of the production plan ensuring correct levels of materials are maintained ensuring that innovative solutions are adapted to address complex problems
working closely with customer supply chain contacts to ensure we meet the demands and expectations of our customers
Requirements
experience of leading and developing a Supply Chain function which has industry leading behaviours and results
demonstrate experience and track record in training and developing a high performing team in previous roles and businesses
can demonstrate they operate a values led business focused on people and service to customers
has a continuous improvement mindset, with experience of developing logistical improvement plans to improve cost base and customer service
ability to address and resolve any issues effectively that could create a potential customer impact
supply chain: 2 years
demonstrate they can operate and engage at all levels, from the shop floor to the board room and see their role as integral to successful business performance
be an enthusiastic and motivated self-starter
product development manager
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
own the product development strategy and activity supporting both internal and customer focused activities
assist with day to day account management of customers
understand future customer innovation to build a growth plan and align our business strategy for future market
develop new product technologies
manage product development budget for trials and suppliers
create fantastic interactive and innovative relationships with customers
lead and contribute to project teams, executing the product all the way to sign off
create commercially viable development ideas ensuring each product has a solid and specific USP
Requirements
proven track record of successful Product Development Management/innovation in the food industry
customer account management experience
strong passion for innovation
highly organized and self-motivated
experience in the delivery of statutory and regulatory compliance
strong presentation skills
project and process management
product development: 2 years
management accountant
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
maintaining accurate financial records
preparation of weekly operational reports
preparation and reporting of monthly management accounts presenting at management meetings
analysis of monthly management accounts
prepare budgets and forecasts with key stakeholders and analysis/challenge variances
publish financial statements in time
handle monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities
reconcile accounts payable and receivable
Requirements
ideally would suit a qualified accountant - ACCA/AAT
experience of using full ERP system and implementation experience beneficial
be resilient, energetic, and analytical with an acute attention to detail
excellent communication, listening and problem-solving skills
highly organised and self-motivated
management Accountancy: 2 years
2 years + experience working as a Management Accountant ideally in a food manufacturing industry
multi skilled engineer
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
ensure yield and efficiency levels allow the business to achieve customer and budget obligations, by reducing company downtime
ensure all maintenance and repair work is reported appropriately and all safety documentation is completed in a timely manner
ensure the Clean As You Go policy is maintained and tools are housed appropriately and securely
utilise fully and adhere to the safety and work permit policy system
comply and deliver to a high standard the company planned preventative maintenance programe
PEOPLE – responsible for ensuring that all individuals work within a safe environment; ensuring all machinery is maintained, checked and kept in safe operable condition supporting all teams across the business
respond effectively to all breakdowns
OPERATIONS – work with operational and technical teams to ensure the highest standards of food quality, maintenance and hygiene standards are maintained
Requirements
demonstrate operating and engaging effectively with colleagues and contractors whilst delivering day to day duties
be integral to the planning, installation, and management of company capital projects
have the ability to communicate well, be flexible and show reliability, commitment and enthusiasm for the role
ideally, not essential, hold a valid FLT/MEWP licence
ideally experience and training certification of working at height
engineering: 2 years
ideally have experience of working within a food manufacturing industry – being part of a shift or team which has delivered high quality products safely whilst achieving the company volume targets through first class customer service standards
show adaptability and proven track record of delivering electrical and mechanical maintenance and installation
shift manager
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Salary
salary
Responsibility
oversee all critical processes across the shift, delivering multiple product specifications to SLA
provide guidance and support for all team members on process, resource, stakeholder and people management activities
play an active role in accident investigations
work effectively with production teams to ensure production plan is fulfilled, managing shift resources efficiently
communicate effectively with the team providing clear and up to date information on business, shift and personal performance
deliver on the job training and coaching to support performance improvement and personal development across the shift
ensure all team members adhere to Company Health & Safety regulations and PPE policies, raising and resolving issues and near misses
develop and maintain a good understanding of individual customer requirements in order to prioritise appropriately
Requirements
minimum of 2 years experience in leading an operational team/shift
experience of motivating and inspiring individuals and teams
ability to deliver departmental training
experience of creating and working within KPI frameworks
ability to organise and prioritise workloads for others and personally
shift management: 2 years
experience of working in a food manufacturing environment, ideally milling/grain milling experience – working with modern machinery and equipment in a safe and high-quality manner
food manufacturing: 1 year
procurement manager
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Responsibility
procure all raw materials, packaging and in-directs in line with product specifications as provided by company commercial and technical teams
build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers
approve and deliver associated administrative duties where required by internal procedures
identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results - review, monitor the market and challenge where appropriate
responsible for managing relationships with all suppliers, performing all procurement activities including pre-qualification, negotiating supplier agreements, preparation of contracts and tender management
manage/lead the tender process where required, ensuring best supplier fit for all products and services ensuring deadlines are being met while acquiring most cost effective opportunities
focus on the financial control of raw materials and packaging, considering stock holding volumes and cash flow
negotiating terms and prices – large contracts and suppliers will be supported by the Managing Director and Head of Finance
Salary
salary
Requirements
procurement: 2 years
Changes in earnings for the position production operative
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0400 £800 £1.2K £1.6K £2K £2.4K £
2.3K £
2024
2.3K £
2025
Changes in earnings for the position production operator