Production Manager
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Production Manager to join our well-established clients operations team based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire on a full time permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional to take ownership of production, quality, and continuous improvement within a growing FMCG business. As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive production efficiency, quality performance, and team development, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer expectations.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Location: High Wycombe
Benefits include:
Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Career development and progression opportunities
Long-term permanent role with strong leadership exposure
Day-to-day duties: As a Production Manager, your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
Production Planning & Control
Managing daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules, including water delivery planning
Communicating productivity targets and monitoring performance
Managing site KPIs, analysing results and implementing continuous improvement actions
Ensuring full stock control accuracy across on-site and external storage locations
Controlling production costs, waste, and downtime
Overseeing resource planning and supplier ordering
Leadership & People Management
Leading and developing the production team, setting SMART objectives and conducting performance reviews
Providing coaching, mentoring, and ongoing support to staff
Communicating key business information clearly across the team
Managing labour costs, workforce planning and resource allocation during peak periods
Developing the annual site budget and ensuring financial compliance
Collaborating with procurement and supply chain on material forecasts
Promoting and maintaining a strong safety-first culture
Quality & Compliance
Ensuring all departmental activities have accurate, up-to-date risk assessments
Training staff on SOPs and maintaining documented training evidence
Leading internal and external audits (ISO, WHA, customer audits, EHO, LA, H&S)
Managing site H&S forums and ensuring actions are completed
Overseeing COSHH assessments and training
Maintaining the departmental training matrix
Conducting bi-annual traceability exercises to ensure food safety compliance
Investigating product failures and implementing corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
Process Improvements & Engineering Support
Managing engineering projects and production line maintenance
Developing and implementing a preventative maintenance plan
Identifying process inefficiencies and implementing CI initiatives
Leading projects to improve production line efficiencies
Essential skills: To be successful as a Production Manager, you will need:
A relevant degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a similar discipline
3+ years' experience in production or manufacturing management
Proven experience with production planning and continuous improvement
Experience managing engineering change projects with clear planning and execution
Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and KPI management
Competence in quality tools, RCA and data-driven decision making
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
Strong safety and quality mindset
Collaborative approach when working with cross-functional teams
Desirable: Industry certifications such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing
Training Ongoing training and development will be provided, including support with continuous improvement methodologies and industry best practices.
Contact: If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Production Manager, apply today using the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to learn more.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
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