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Hours: 20 hours per week – 5 hours per day 12:30-17:30 Monday-Thursday
Location: The Poppy Factory, 20 Petersham Road, Richmond, Surrey TW10 6UR
Contract: Fixed term contract – 2 years with possibility of extension
About Us:
The Poppy Factory has been at the heart of supporting veterans and their families for over a century, providing meaningful employment and producing iconic Remembrance products that hold profound significance across the UK. We are proud of our heritage and our commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality and care, whether we’re crafting wreaths for the Royal British Legion or organizing the annual Field of Remembrance.
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Factory & Warehouse Supervisor to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that our Remembrance products meet the exceptional standards expected by the Royal British Legion and the Royal Family. Working closely with the Production Manager, you will supervise a team that includes veterans with health conditions and disabilities, leading by example to foster a positive and productive work environment.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing daily production operations and managing materials and stock levels to keep production running smoothly. Your leadership will be hands-on, as you guide and support the team through the production process. You will also supervise warehouse operations, including taking a full part in manual handling activities, preparing raw materials for production, and packaging of goods for despatch.
Additionally, you will play an important role in the planning and delivery of our annual Field of Remembrance, working alongside the Director and volunteer production staff.
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking someone with a strong background in leading teams. You’ll need to be a clear communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of managing both people and processes effectively. You’ll have strong IT skills, comfortable with MS office suite and stock control systems. Experience in working with diverse teams, including individuals with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions, will be particularly valuable, as will any experience with the Armed Forces community or in the charity or welfare sectors.
We value resilience, empathy, and a can-do attitude. You should be someone who can handle competing priorities professionally and methodically, and who takes pride in leading by example. Familiarity with safe working practices is essential, and any additional qualifications, such as a NEBOSH Certificate or first aid training, would be advantageous.
Why Join Us?
By joining The Poppy Factory, you’ll be part of a legacy that not only supports veterans and their families but also plays a crucial role in national Remembrance. You’ll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, work on meaningful projects, and contribute to a cause that resonates deeply across the nation.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you.
How to apply
For more information about the role, please refer to the job profile.
To apply for this position please send your CV and a covering letter clearly outlining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification as set out in the candidate pack and submit via the online application process. Please address your covering letter to Mark Young, Production Manager.
For an informal conversation about the role, please email MarkYoung@poppyfactory.org to arrange a phonecall.
The closing date for applications will be 18 August 2024. Please note, we are unable to accept late or incomplete applications.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality, valuing diversity and promoting inclusion within our workforce, including the volunteers who give their time to us. We work to maintain an environment where the needs and aspirations of all employees are met, irrespective of characteristics protected under the legislative framework of the Equality Act 2010. We expect everyone to understand and accept their personal responsibility to recognise and value differences and the unique contributions that people make to the way we deliver our work. As an equal opportunities employer our commitment is to take positive measures to recruit people from underrepresented groups, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for any job applicant with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the role. Please indicate in your covering letter if you wish to be considered under this scheme. We are also happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process to accommodate disabled candidates.
Additionally, we offer a guaranteed interview to veterans of the UK armed forces or members of the Reservist forces who meet the essential role criteria. Please make it clear in your application if you wish to be considered on this basis.
Please note, to be eligible for consideration under the guaranteed interview scheme your application must demonstrate that you meet the essential role criteria as set out in the person specification.
