Job Description
Production Manager Nights- Boston Old LeakeWe rise to challenges together 3's and 2's - fixed nights 18:00-6:00Up to £45.500-£50.500Bonus schemePrivate healthcareWhy join us?We're ready for anything. We thrive on challenge and change. The undeniable pressure and pace of our 24/7 operation keeps us on our toes and offers a variety of career pathways and options to explore and pursue.
We encourage everyone to work hard, push further and show resilience. And it's exciting. Because only by mentoring and role modelling our success and innovation, will we continue to diversify, grow as individuals and succeed together.What we do.A fantastic opportunity for a Production Manager has arisen at our manufacturing site based in Old Leake, Boston.
The site employs over 700 people and specialises in making chilled Italian ready meals and pasta salads products for a dedicated customer.About the role.You will lead the Production area and be responsible for its performance and deputise for the Factory Manager as required. Our operation operates 24/7 delivering finished goods to our Distribution Centre throughout the day. You will w ork closely and effectively with support functions including H&S, OPEX, Engineering, Planning, Technical, Process and HRAccountabilities:Pro-actively managing Health & SafetyLeading and driving standards of quality, food safety, hygiene and housekeeping within your area through Good Manufacturing Practice (G.M.P.)Managing performance of your teamsOwning the training & development of all levels of team including managers.Managing the NPD process within your areaChallenging and introducing new KPIs to drive performance.Planning, organising and measuring labour and material requirementsManaging the communication process to ensure that the workforce in their area is well informed on relevant business newsSupporting and encouraging the Bakkavr values and a positive culture within your area, whilst fostering good employee relationsThe recruitment of direct reports and an involvement in all staff recruitment within your areaAbout you.Experience in a production or section management role within the food manufacturing industry.Knowledge and experience of continuous improvement.A solid understanding of retailer expectations and how we meet them.You'll be a great leader, capable of inspiring and engaging your team, understanding the pressure of a factory environment.What you'll receive.As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in.
This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you.Life Assurance (2.5 x salary)Short Term Bonus Scheme22 days holidayStaff ShopStakeholder Pension SchemeMyBargains Discount PlatformPersonal Accident InsuranceFree Independent Mortgage AdviceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeA Range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans)Discounted tutoring for childrenAccess to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salaryPrivate Medical InsuranceFree CarparkingProud to be Bakkavor.We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team!Find out more and apply.#LI-MK1#CVLBakkavorWe are the leading provider of fresh prepared food in the UK, and our presence in the US and China positions the Group well in these high-growth markets.
We leverage our consumer insight and scale to provide innovative food that offers quality, choice, convenience, and freshness. Around 18,000 colleagues operate from 44 sites across our three markets supplying a portfolio of over 3,000 products across meals, pizza & bread, salads and desserts to leading grocery retailers in the UK and US, and international food brands in China.Category: ManufacturingLocation:Boston, GB, PE22 9PNDate: 23 May 2025Req ID: 24130TPBN1_UKTJ