Connect Appointments are recruiting an experienced and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to join our food production client in Bathgate. What's on offer? A full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary of £40,000 to £43,000 (depending on experience), working a 4 on-4 off night shift pattern of 7pm to 7am. Your benefits include: Company pension scheme (4% employer contribution) 28 days holiday per year Life assurance - 4x base salary Free on-site parking Staff discount platform Access to an Employee Assistance ProgrammeAs Manufacturing Manager, you'll lead a night shift production team in a busy food manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for delivering key KPIs across safety, quality, service, and cost - while also acting as the site's senior contact during out-of-hours operations. Key responsibilities as a Manufacturing Manager include: Leading and developing the night shift team to meet operational goals Managing hygiene, changeovers, and shift handovers Driving a strong safety and continuous improvement culture Controlling raw material usage and operational costs Supporting audits, investigations, and performance reportingTo be successful, you'll have: Previous food production management experience is essential Strong leadership and communication skills Knowledge of food safety, H&S, and cost control IT skills, including Excel and MRP/ERP systems (SAP experience desirable)...