Team Manager Production (4 on 4 off Days) Food Manufacturing Location: Chester, Cheshire West and Chester Salary: Up to £40,000 excellent benefits Type: Permanent Lead, Inspire and Deliver in a Fast-Paced Food Manufacturing Environment An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and people-focused Team Manager to join a highly regarded food manufacturing business in Cheshire. Following continued growth and investment, the business is looking for a strong leader to play a key role in driving performance, developing teams, and delivering operational excellence on site. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership position within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything the business does. The Role Reporting to the Shift Manager, you will take responsibility for leading a production team to deliver the daily production plan safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will ensure products are produced on time, in full, and to specification while maintaining strict compliance with food safety, GMP, and health and safety standards. You will play a vital role in creating a positive and high-performing team culture, supporting your team to achieve operational targets while driving engagement and development across the production floor. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a production team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment Deliver daily production targets on time, in full, and to specification Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards Manage labour planning, attendance, and team performance to maximise productivity Monitor KPIs and take proactive action to drive operational performance Support and lead continuous improvement activities across safety, quality, cost, and productivity Facilitate improvement initiatives and projects across the production area Maintain high factory standards and ensure a safe, organised working environment About You Experience working within a production or manufacturing environment, ideally within food manufacturing Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams on the shop floor Strong communication and people management skills A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement Good understanding of food safety, GMP, and health & safety standards Why Join? Join a highly regarded and growing food manufacturing business Work within a supportive and high-performing leadership team Play a key role in driving production performance and team engagement 4 on 4 off day shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance Salary of up to £40,000 plus excellent benefits Genuine opportunities for development and progression