Job Description COMPANY Well established and growing Food Manufacturer now looking to recruit BASED SOMERSET ROLE Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that production runs efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards, all while supporting our mission of producing natural, premium food products. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency, safety, and quality. Plan and schedule production activities to meet customer demand and business targets. Lead, motivate, and develop the production team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all food safety, health, safety, and environmental regulations. Implement and maintain high standards of quality control across all production lines. Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and drive process improvements. Collaborate with supply chain, logistics, and quality teams to ensure smooth operations. Manage budgets, inventory, and resource allocation effectively. Support innovation initiatives and introduction of new products, ensuring seamless production integration. CANDIDATE Proven experience in a production management role, preferably within food manufacturing. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent understanding of food safety standards and quality assurance processes. Ability to plan and manage production schedules efficiently. Strong problem-solving and process improvement skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Passion for high-quality, natural food products and sustainability. WHY WORK FOR THIS BUSINESS? Be part of a company with a rich heritage and commitment to quality and sustainability. Work in a supportive, innovative, and creative environment. Opportunity to make a real impact on production efficiency and product quality. Competitive salary and benefits package. MON-FRI Office Hours If you are interested in this position then please forward a copy of your most up to date CV to andrew@drnewitt.com or contact Andrew Donaldson on 0131 226 5060.