Manufacturing Production Manager An exciting opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Production Manager to join a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment, leading a team to deliver efficient, high-quality production performance while maintaining safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Production Supervisor, Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations Team Leader, Shift Manager, Manufacturing Manager SALARY: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum Benefits (see below) LOCATION: Birkenhead, Merseyside, North West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Manufacturing Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations and drive efficiency across the site. As a Manufacturing Production Manager you’ll ensure that all production targets are achieved, maintaining the highest standards of quality, output, and safety. You’ll lead and develop a multi-skilled team, fostering a culture of responsibility, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Production Manager will plan and manage production schedules, optimise resources, and collaborate with on-site customers and internal departments to deliver exceptional results in a busy FMCG manufacturing environment. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Manufacturing Production Manager include: Oversee Daily Production: Maximise efficiency, output, and profitability while resolving process issues Plan and Manage Schedules: Allocate resources effectively and authorise overtime where needed Collaborate With Stakeholders: Act as a key point of contact with on-site customers and internal teams Monitor and Report: Analyse production data and prepare operational and financial reports for management Lead and Develop Teams: Recruit, train, and motivate staff to achieve departmental goals Drive Continuous Improvement: Reduce downtime, minimise waste, and enhance operational performance Ensure Compliance: Promote and maintain safe working practices and environmental standards Implement Procedures: Ensure all policies are up to date and consistently applied across all shifts CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Proven experience of working in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment at managerial level Experience with Extrusion Blow Moulding or Stretch Blow Moulding technology (highly advantageous) Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams Excellent organisational and communication skills, both written and verbal Background in FMCG manufacturing with solid understanding of safe working practices Technical understanding of machinery and engineering processes Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data reporting tools BENEFITS Full training package provided Free uniform and PPE Excellent rates of pay with overtime opportunities Free on-site parking Life assurance from day one Company pension scheme Sick pay, maternity, and paternity pay schemes Christmas vouchers for you and your family Long service awards Access to PerkBox discounts and wellbeing platform which includes: Money off purchases such as food, drink, cinema, tickets, clothing, and homeware and so much more A number of freebies across the perk box site, such as free coffees Online access to free exercise and yoga classes with 24/7 access to qualified therapists HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14053 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Birkenhead, Merseyside, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk AWD-IN-SPJ