Job Description
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join one of the biggest success stories within FMCG where you will have a leading role in leading and delivering manufacturing excellence.
Client Details
Our client is a real success story within the FMCG sector, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality products and challenging competitors, they've seen impressive 20% yoy growth in the past 12 months. Focused on innovation and operational excellence within their industry they've recently had major investment including a new state of the art manufacturing site.
Description
PM shift - Monday to Friday
2pm-10:30pm
Health, Safety & Environment
* Ensure full compliance with health, safety, food safety, and environmental regulations across all shift activities
* Maintain adherence to GMP, HACCP, allergen controls, and site quality standards
* Monitor and enforce Critical Control Points (CCPs), such as sieve integrity and metal detection verification
* Conduct safety observations, audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments
* Lead by example to promote a strong safety and quality culture on the shop floor
Operational Excellence
* Oversee all manufacturing operations during the shift, including: blending, filling, packing, potting, labelling, and coding
* Deliver production plans safely, on time, and to specification
* Monitor performance against key metrics: UPH, CPU, KGPH, OEE, and schedule adherence
* Manage changeovers, start-ups, and shutdowns to minimise downtime
* Escalate and coordinate responses to breakdowns, quality issues, or material shortages
* Maintain product traceability and ensure accurate batch documentation
People Leadership
* Lead, motivate, and support team leaders, operators, and support functions
* Manage effective shift handovers to ensure continuity
* Plan and allocate labour according to schedule and operational priorities
* Monitor attendance and manage shift coverage
* Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and development conversations
* Support training, skills development, and succession planning
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
* Use Short Interval Control, Daily Review Meetings, and GEMBA walks to identify and resolve issues
* Drive accountability for performance across all teams
* Ensure products meet specification and customer requirements
* Maintain strict adherence to quality systems, SOPs, and work instructions
* Manage non-conformances, product holds, and corrective actions
* Support both internal and external audits and inspections
* Control allergens effectively and minimise cross-contamination risks
Lean Manufacturing & Efficiency
* Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and production losses
* Lead or support improvement initiatives using Lean principles
* Promote standardisation, 5S, and visual management
* Drive improvements in throughput, reliability, and cost efficiency
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to maintain operational alignment
* Coordinate with maintenance teams to maximise equipment uptime
* Communicate shift performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership
* Support new product introductions and process changes
Profile
* Extensive background in leading manufacturing operations, preferably within fast-moving consumer goods, food production, or pharmaceutical sectors
* Strong grasp of GMP, HACCP, and essential food safety requirements
* Proven capability working within high-output, shift-driven or 24/7 production environments
* Demonstrated success in managing production teams and consistently achieving operational targets
* Well-versed in key performance metrics such as UPH, CPU, OEE, and KGPH
* Practical experience overseeing CCPs and maintaining robust quality assurance systems
* Skilled in analysing operational performance data to identify opportunities and implement improvements
* Working knowledge of Lean principles, including 5S and continuous improvement methodologies
* Effective communicator with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
* Hands-on leader with a visible, proactive presence on the production floor
Job Offer
£45,000
10% bonus