Production Manager
Annual Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 DOE
Location: Middlesbrough
Job Type: Full-time, PermanentThis role is crucial in overseeing daily production lines to ensure the delivery of high-quality food-to-go products with minimal interruptions. The position is ideal for someone with a background in a fast-paced production environment, preferably within the food industry.
Day-to-day of the role:
Oversee the smooth running of the business by coordinating stock, production, picking, and dispatch with department leaders.
Ensure stock levels meet production requirements while maintaining product quality and minimising waste.
Lead and promote a strong food safety culture, ensuring traceability and compliance with BRC and company procedures.
Manage staffing rotas, cover, HR processes including interviews, disciplinary actions, absence reviews, inductions, and training.
Liaise with Production Supervisors, team leaders, and other departments to ensure efficient operation of food-to-go production.
Attend management meetings, set a positive example for staff, and ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety regulations.Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience working within the FMCG sector, particularly in a production environment.
Flexibility to work early starts from 6am and varying finish times based on production volumes, including availability to work 5 days across a 7-day schedule, which may include weekends.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.Benefits:
Access to on-site canteen.
Casual dress code.
Discounted or free food.
Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.
On-site parking available