Site Operations Manager – Food Manufacturing (Maidenhead) Location: Maidenhead Salary: Up to £75,000 Benefits Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Recruiter: Prime Workforce (on behalf of a leading food manufacturer – company name withheld) About the Opportunity Prime Workforce is proud to be exclusively partnering with a well-established, fast-growing European food manufacturer, renowned for crafting high-quality desserts enjoyed across the UK and beyond. We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Site Operations Manager to take full operational ownership of a high-performing site in Maidenhead. Working Closely with the Groups Operations Director, this is a fantastic opportunity to drive real change, lead with purpose, and embed operational excellence into a collaborative and quality-focused environment. Role Purpose As Site Operations Manager, you’ll lead all day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of exceptional products. Your mission will be to inspire and guide your team, implement continuous improvement practices, and uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Key Responsibilities * Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and regulatory standards * Lead and develop a high-performing, motivated operations team * Optimise production efficiency through effective planning and performance management * Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean and data-led approaches * Deliver operational cost-efficiencies without compromising quality * Collaborate across departments to support cross-functional project delivery * Actively support and drive the site's CSR and sustainability goals Success Will Be Measured By: * Health & Safety performance (zero-tolerance culture, near-miss reporting) * Audit readiness and outcomes * Output vs production plan (OEE, downtime, defects, waste) * Team development and engagement (retention, evaluations, training progress) * Impactful CI (Continuous Improvement) projects and cost-saving initiatives * Delivery of key business projects on time and within scope What You Bring * Proven leadership in food manufacturing or FMCG environments * Strong understanding of production planning, quality systems, and continuous improvement frameworks * A clear track record of managing teams, budgets, and change * Confidence in driving performance while fostering a culture of respect, resilience, and collaboration * Effective communicator, skilled at influencing stakeholders and building high-trust relationships Leadership Style * Inspiring and purpose-driven * Results-focused and data-informed * Challenging yet supportive, with a bias for action * Committed to learning, improvement, and team development How to Apply Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Apply today through Prime Workforce, and let’s build the future of premium food production together