Manufacturing Manager
£Negotiable, £70-75k as a guide + benefits
Devon
Have you ever thought about living by the sea? This role offers a genuine lifestyle upgrade – perfect for someone open to relocating. Imagine coastal walks before work, beaches on your doorstep, and a slower pace of life without compromising on career progression.
Are you an experienced Manufacturing Manager with a strong background in FMCG manufacturing? Do you thrive on driving operational performance, improving safety standards, and delivering high-quality output in a fast-paced environment?
We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Manufacturing Manager with strong experience in FMCG or food manufacturing. You’ll bring a proven track record of leading teams on the shop floor, driving day-to-day performance, and supporting improvements across safety, quality, and efficiency.
As part of the site leadership team, you’ll play a key role in delivering the manufacturing strategy in line with wider business objectives. This is a role that blends hands-on leadership with a forward-thinking mindset—developing people, improving processes, and driving performance across the site. A strong focus on lean manufacturing principles will be essential to maximise efficiency and reduce waste.
We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG, food, or drink manufacturing environment and understands the challenges it brings. You’ll take responsibility for delivering operational performance, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency, while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
Due to the volume of applications, we can only respond to successful candidates. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful. We are happy to provide feedback upon request.