Are you a confident leader with a background in food manufacturing, ready to make a real impact in a business that values its people as much as its product?
We're proud to be partnering with a well-established and forward-thinking organisation within the food and drinks manufacturing sector. They're investing in their future - and yours - and are looking for a Production Manager to join their growing team.
This role offers the opportunity to lead from the front, drive change, and help shape the future of production on site. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy being hands-on with both people and process - this could be the perfect next step.
Why This Role?
* Be a Leader of Change - You'll be integral to evolving and embedding a high-performance culture on site.
* Work Cross-Functionally - Collaborate with teams across production, engineering, quality and warehousing.
* Make a Tangible Impact - Own daily production outcomes, influence improvements, and drive operational excellence.
* Grow Your Career - You'll be part of a business that invests in development and supports its people through change.
Your Responsibilities
As a key figure within site operations, you'll be responsible for:
* Leading and motivating your shift team to deliver production targets safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
* Running daily shift briefings, monitoring performance, and escalating downtime or quality issues as needed.
* Supporting the implementation of new standard operating procedures, processes and continuous improvement projects.
* Ensuring safe working practices are maintained, leading investigations and maintaining audit readiness.
* Playing an active role in staff training, development and appraisals, with a focus on coaching and engagement.
* Collaborating closely with warehouse, engineering and quality departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for a confident, proactive and people-focused leader who thrives in a changing environment. You'll likely have:
* Experience in a Shift Manager, Production Manager, or Operational leadership role within food or FMCG manufacturing.
* A solid understanding of production operations with engagements in cross-funcational departments such as technical, engineering or quality functions.
* A natural leadership style - someone who knows how to get the best out of people and drive a positive team culture.
* A problem-solving mindset - able to think on your feet and find solutions that stick.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to influence, coach and guide others through change.
The Business Culture
People are at the heart of everything this business does. They are:
* Positive & Solutions-Driven - They don't dwell on problems; they roll up their sleeves and find a way forward.
* Professional & Reliable - Their team shows up with purpose, takes pride in their work, and delivers with integrity.
* Committed to Growth - Whether it's process improvement or personal development, they're always pushing forward.
* Collaborative - They listen to their teams, value input from the floor, and celebrate wins together.
If you feel as though this role is something you'd like to explore, I'd be keen to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Shaf Islam on
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