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    First Milk announces new productivity initiatives at creameries

    John SwireBy John SwireSeptember 20, 20172 Mins Read
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    Following a thorough review of its manufacturing operations, First Milk has announced to employees at its Lake District and Haverfordwest creameries that they propose to make some changes to improve the productivity and efficiency of these sites.

    First Milk CEO, Shelagh Hancock commented: “We have made significant capital investments at our manufacturing sites over the last few years. These investments will continue, as the amount of cheese that we are manufacturing will increase next year and is forecast to grow further in the future in line with demand from our customer base.

    “However, in light of this we recognise that we need to improve the strength, efficiency and flexibility of our main manufacturing sites and make the assets work harder. This will allow us to utilise both sites better and deliver improved returns to our farmer members.

    ”The proposed changes would result in a reduction in headcount numbers, and it is proposed that around 20 roles are removed from the site structure at the Lake District Creamery, with around 10 roles being removed at our Haverfordwest Creamery.

    “We recognise that the impact of these proposed changes is significant for the people affected and we are committed to treating people with respect and consideration as we move through a 30-day consultation period.

    “At our manufacturing sites our specific focus is on driving more for less – producing consistent good quality cheese, while concentrating on high productivity and factory optimisation. These changes are part of delivering this strategy.”

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