Factory Manager

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

We are looking for a Factory Manager to join the Site Leadership Team at Bute Island Foods, on the Isle of Bute. Bute Island Foods has been producing dairy free products for over 30 years and became part of Saputo Dairy UK in 2021.

The Factory Manager will work on-site on the Isle of Bute full-time, with the option of relocating locally or commuting to the island. The role is responsible for developing and setting the pace to implement business and continuous improvement strategies with considerations towards driving culture, people and process efficiencies. In addition to this, they will oversee the Manufacturing, Engineering, H&S whilst championing Food Safety, Product Quality and Customer Service.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Supporting and influencing the Senior Leadership Team in the development and implementation of site manufacturing strategy.
• Acting as a role model for Employee Engagement, driving continuous improvement through personal passion, coaching and mentoring.
• Maintaining and developing systems to ensure compliance with H&S standards, driving an improving culture of H&S and employee driven dynamic risk assessment management.
• Developing and maintaining suitable Lead Manufacturing tools.
• Ensuring all statutory and legal compliance is met on a dayto-day and long term basis.
• Managing the site’s capital plan and implementing a program of continuous improvement.

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE…

• Experienced in manufacturing and/or engineering environments.
• Experienced in people management and project management.
• Master Black Belt in Six Sigma or equivalent.
• Educated in engineering/manufacturing (preferred but not essential).
• Experienced in managing a variety of cross functional team members.

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• Private Health Care
• Bonus scheme
• Autonomous and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions with Scottish Widows
• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
• My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/careers/employee-benefits

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a leading manufacturer of branded cheese and dairy spreads, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Cathedral City, Clover, and Wensleydale. We also boast a fast-growing dairy alternatives portfolio, which includes the Vitalite and Sheese brands, as well as manufacture specialised ingredients used in infant formula.