Factory Readiness Manager

Join Project Venice, a major transformation programme reshaping sauce manufacturing processes. We are seeking an experienced Factory Readiness Manager to ensure the Worksop factory is fully prepared for the changes implemented by the programme, enabling smooth adoption across all workstreams. 

This is a high-impact role, central to the success of Project Venice, coordinating readiness activities to ensure minimal disruption and maximum operational effectiveness. 

What You’ll Do 

• Develop and maintain a detailed factory readiness plan aligned with Project Venice milestones 

• Coordinate readiness activities across all workstreams, covering processes, equipment, systems, and workforce readiness 

• Ensure operational changes are fully tested, validated, and documented before implementation 

• Liaise with production, maintenance, quality, H&S, and logistics teams for alignment 

• Support delivery of training programmes and ensure workforce competency 

• Provide regular updates to the Change Manager and Project Director on readiness status, risks, and issues 

• Facilitate readiness workshops, reviews, and go/no-go assessments 

What You’ll Bring 

• Experience in operational readiness, project implementation, or production management in a manufacturing environment 

• Strong planning, coordination, and project management skills 

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills 

• Ability to work across multiple teams and functions to deliver readiness objectives 

• Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and compliance requirements 

• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG is advantageous 

Why Join Project Venice? 

Project Venice is a high-profile transformation programme with significant operational impact. As Factory Readiness Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring all factory operations are prepared for change, helping to embed new processes and maximise business benefits. 

Ready to Apply? 

If you thrive on ensuring operational readiness, driving collaboration, and coordinating complex programmes, we want to hear from you. Join Project Venice and help shape the future of sauce manufacturing.