Overview
Production Manager (Food/Fresh Produce)
Salary: £37,000–£42,000
Shift: 4 on 4 off (Days only)
Location: Bilsthorpe – Newark, Nottinghamshire
(Commutable from Newark, Bilsthorpe, Coddington, Winthorpe, Farndon, Kelham)
Are you an experienced Production Manager in the food industry, or a Production Supervisor ready to step up into a management role? Do you want to join an industry-leading, family-run company that values sustainability, innovation, and a positive working culture?
We are recruiting two Production Managers to join a well-established food business that continues to grow while maintaining a strong sense of community and a great team culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact and develop your career in a company that invests in its people.
About the Company
This family-run business has built a stellar reputation across the UK for delivering high-quality food products. They are passionate about sustainability, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement, and their teams take pride in contributing to the company’s success in a collaborative and supportive environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee daily operations on a busy food production site, managing production teams and Team Leaders to ensure production targets, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.
Responsibilities
* Managing daily operations on a 4 on 4 off day shift rotation
* Coordinating workflow with Team Leaders to optimize line performance
* Shift planning and resource allocation
* Team management, recruitment, and onboarding
* Ensuring compliance with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards
* Leading continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce waste
* Conducting risk assessments and incident investigations
The Person
* Proven experience in a food production environment as a Production Manager or Production Supervisor ready to step up
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop teams
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Passionate about sustainability and contributing to a company with strong environmental values
* Ambitious and motivated to drive performance improvements and operational excellence
Why Join
* Competitive salary with pension and holiday benefits
* 4 on 4 off day shift rotation offering a great work-life balance
* Career development and training opportunities
* Join a company with a supportive culture and loyal team
If you are a driven Production Manager or an aspiring Supervisor ready for the next step, this is your chance to join a company where your leadership and skills can make a real difference.
Apply today to join this growing, people-focused business!
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