PRODUCTION MANAGER JOB VACANCY (TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE) - FOOD MANUFACTURING
Are you an experienced Production Manager, Production Shift Manager, Shift Manager, Section Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Lead, Manufacturing Lead, Production Operations Manager or Continuous Improvement Manager seeking a new job on day shifts (Monday to Friday).
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to join a long-standing food manufacturer in Telford (Shropshire). The working hours of this job are 8.30am - 5pm with a 4.30pm finish on a Friday (39.5 hours per week). The starting salary will be just under £53,000 per annum, rising to just over £55,000 per annum from October.
The hiring manager would prefer someone from the food manufacturing, food and drink, beverage manufacturing industry, but other sectors will be considered providing you have the relevant experience.
The hiring manager would also prefer to have someone who holds an ILM or CMI qualification (level 3 or above) and/or qualifications in either Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing.
We are looking for someone who lives within a 30 mile radius of Telford (Shropshire).
This is a minimum of a 2 stage interview process, the first stage will consist of a numeracy and literacy assessment being completed on site in Telford, and providing you pass this the second interview will be a formal interview with the key stakeholders of the business, as well as you having a full factory tour.
What You Will Do:
* Oversee daily production plans, ensuring equipment and resources are in place for seamless operations.
* Analyse performance data to identify and implement process improvements.
* Troubleshoot production challenges and develop logical solutions.
* Monitor product quality and line efficiency, driving improvements where necessary.
* Lead projects, ensuring deadlines and production standards are met.
* Chair development meetings, support product trials, and manage changeovers effectively.
What You Will Bring:
* Minimum of 5 years experience within a similar role – ESSENTIAL
* ILM / CMI Qualification or similar (level 3 or above), and/or a qualification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing – PREFERRED
* Previous experience from within the Food Manufacturing, Food & Drink, Beverage Manufacturing industry – PREFERRED BUT NOT ESSENTIAL
* Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* Organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
* Knowledge of food safety and manufacturing practices such as HACCP and GMP (preferred).
Location:
This role is based in the Stafford Park area of Telford (Shropshire), easily accessible from the M54.
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