Production Manager – High-Volume Manufacturing Site Location: Wirral, Merseyside Salary: £50,000–£55,000 10% Bonus Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM A leading international packaging manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager to oversee a busy production site producing millions of bottles and caps per week for major FMCG clients. This is a rare opportunity to step into a role with immediate impact, as the current Production Manager is being promoted to Operations Manager. The Role: You will lead a team of 70 staff, ensuring production runs efficiently and safely while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your focus will include: Managing daily production and schedules to maximise output and efficiency Implementing lean manufacturing practices and reducing downtime Leading, training, and developing your team Ensuring strict adherence to health & safety and quality standards Preparing daily, monthly, and financial production reports Acting as a key point of contact for on-site stakeholders Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Production Manager in plastics, FMCG, or automotive manufacturing Strong leadership, people management, and team development skills Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and HS experience essential Why This Role: This is a chance to join a well-established, high-volume manufacturing environment with a supportive leadership team and clear career progression opportunities. Competitive salary with bonus and benefits included