Production Manager
* Annual Salary: 38,000 - 45,000 DOE
* Location: Middlesbrough
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
This role is crucial in overseeing daily production lines to ensure the delivery of high‑quality food‑to‑go products with minimal interruptions. The position is ideal for someone with a background in a fast‑paced production environment, preferably within the food industry.
Day‑to‑day of the role:
* Oversee the smooth running of the business by coordinating stock, production, picking, and dispatch with department leaders.
* Ensure stock levels meet production requirements while maintaining product quality and minimising waste.
* Lead and promote a strong food safety culture, ensuring traceability and compliance with BRC and company procedures.
* Manage staffing rotas, cover, HR processes including interviews, disciplinary actions, absence reviews, inductions, and training.
* Liaise with Production Supervisors, team leaders, and other departments to ensure efficient operation of food‑to‑go production.
* Attend management meetings, set a positive example for staff, and ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety regulations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Proven experience working within the FMCG sector, particularly in a production environment.
* Flexibility to work early starts from 6am and varying finish times based on production volumes, including availability to work 5 days across a 7-day schedule, which may include weekends.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
Benefits:
* Access to on‑site canteen.
* Casual dress code.
* Discounted or free food.
* Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.
* On‑site parking available.
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