Production Manager
£45,000 - £50,000
Hertfordshire
This business is transforming the way better-for-you products are made. Their unique process, innovative product format, and commitment to sustainability mean operations have to run at a standard far higher than “good enough”.
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That’s where you come in.
As Operations Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the production environment: leading teams, driving efficiency, strengthening standards, and ensuring that high-quality products reach customers consistently and safely.
This is a role for someone who thrives in pace, loves solving problems on the move, and takes pride in building high-performing teams.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
You’ll be the engine room of the site, making sure performance, quality, safety, and culture all move in the right direction:
Lead the operation
* Manage day-to-day factory performance across shifts
* Lead, motivate, and develop production teams
* Set clear expectations and build a culture that values quality and ownership
Deliver results that matter
* Maintain output targets, drive efficiency, and reduce downtime
* Improve processes and spot opportunities to raise standards
* Ensure every product meets strict quality, hygiene, and food safety standards
Champion safety & compliance
* Embed safe systems of work and maintain audit readiness
* Ensure the site operates to industry standards at all times
Be hands-on when it counts
* Step in to support, guide, and unblock issues in real time
* Work shoulder-to-shoulder with teams to keep the operation moving
How You’ll Know You’re Winning
* Production lines run reliably, safely, and efficiently
* Teams are engaged, capable, and take pride in what they deliver
* Quality and food safety standards are non-negotiable and consistently met
* Targets are hit without shortcuts
* Waste is reduced, performance is improved, and processes keep getting sharper
* When something needs doing, people come to you
What You’ll Bring
* Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or another fast-paced production environment
* Strong people leadership.
* Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and compliance requirements
* A hands-on, solutions-focused approach
* The ability to make confident decisions in the moment
* Clear, calm communication and the ability to align people quickly
Bonus Points For
* Experience working in a BRC or SALSA accredited site
* Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement
* Background in snacking, bakery, bars, or similar product categories
* A mindset that challenges the norm and brings new ideas to life
If you want a role where you can make a real impact on people, performance, and a product that’s shaking up the market, this is it.