Production Manager – Food Manufacturing
I am working with a leading food manufacturer in Bedfordshire, supporting them with the recruitment of a hands-on Production Manager to lead their day-to-day manufacturing operations and help drive a safe, efficient, and high-performing production environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading people, improving processes, and maintaining high standards within a busy food production site.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading and supporting the production team, ensuring everyone works safely and effectively.
* Keeping processes running smoothly — staffing, planning, training, and performance management.
* Monitoring output and efficiency, identifying improvements, and driving continuous change.
* Maintaining strong hygiene, quality, and food safety standards.
* Supporting audits, reducing waste, and helping the site hit key performance targets.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in food manufacturing or a similar production environment.
* Experience working with BRC
* Holds HACCP level 3, food safety level 3 and IOSH
* A confident people manager who can motivate and develop a team.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
* Safety-focused, proactive, and comfortable working on the production floor.
* Able to lead projects and build strong working relationships.
* Willingness to travel to customers when required.
What’s on Offer
* Salary circa £45,000
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Enhanced company pension scheme
* Excellent career development opportunities
Interested?
If you’re ready to take on a key leadership role within a busy, growing operation, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply or get in touch for more details.