Job Description
Production Manager / Operations Manager
Salary £50,000pa - £55,000pa + benefits
Location: Reading
Contract type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Annual leave: 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
Bonus: Performance based annual bonus up to 15%
Pension: 5%
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Production Manager to lead, manage and develop production teams, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement across our clients site.
The ideal candidate will come from a fast-paced food manufacturing or FMCG production environment, with experience in high-volume processing operations and a strong understanding of quality and operational standards.
This company offers a clear pathway for progression into a more senior position within 1–2 years, as the company is strongly committed to retaining talent and developing people internally wherever possible.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop production leaders and team leaders, managing performance, absence and health & safety compliance.
* Oversee and optimise high-volume production line operations to ensure maximum efficiency and output.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives and resolve production issues.
* Monitor and report on KPIs, recommending actions to improve efficiency and quality.
* Plan and coordinate production resources to meet targets and deadlines.
* Develop and manage budgets, controlling costs and productivity.
Skills & Experience
* Strong leadership, communication and team-building skills.
* Excellent analytical and organisational abilities.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook).
* Customer-focused, proactive, and results-driven.
Other benefits:
* 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
* Up to 15% annual performance based bonus
* 5 % pension
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Employee Assistance Programme
* On-site parking