Production Manager - Food Manufacturer - Cumbria - £50,000 - £55,000
About the company
Our client is a national food manufacturer with eight specialist sites across the UK, who is looking to add a Production Manager to their team. Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, in this hands-on role, to ensure that our people, production processes, and plant operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Production Manager - The Details
Salary up to £55,000
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Production Manager - Responsibilities
Oversee daily production to meet specification, quality, and output targets
Lead, coach, and develop production and planning teams to achieve objectives
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality Standards
Monitor and drive performance KPIs, including energy usage (KWH/t) and efficiency targets
Work with the Engineering Team to minimise downtime and improve equipment reliability
Manage inventory and stock control to reduce working capital and waste
Promote a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
Conduct audits, manage corrective actions, and ensure HSEQ compliance
Support CAPEX planning and site improvement projects Production Manager - Requirements
Significant experience in mill manufacturing or related production process management
Proven leadership and supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong organisational and multitasking skills
Excellent communication and people management abilities About Us
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