Production Manager (Food Manufacture) Burton-on-Trent £54,000 - £60,000 Bonus 24 days holiday Defined Career Path & Progression Are you an experienced and ambitious Production Manager from a food or FMCG background looking to work for a global business where you will lead the production for a rapidly growing business? Do you have strategic experience in a food production environment and want to work in a company where you are trusted to do your job as an expert in your field and will deliver genuine value across the company? On offer is a role as the Production Manager in a Food Manufacturing environment where you'll be responsible for optimising the production footprint and driving initiatives to improve the company's efficiency and growth. As an experienced Production professional, you will be an excellent manager and leader in the business. The role has become available due to an internal promotion within the business, and the company is offering exciting opportunities for advancement. The role: Develop and execute the overall production strategy to meet organizational goals Monitor performance metrics (output, efficiency, quality, waste) and adjust plans accordingly Collaborate with Planning and Supply Chain teams to develop and communicate short- and long-term production schedules Lead cross-functional strategic projects to support wider business objectives, including capacity expansion, automation, sustainability initiatives, and process optimisation Lead, coach, and develop Shift Supervisors and production teams across all shifts The person: Proven experience in a production management or senior supervisory role within food manufacturing or a similar industry If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Reference: BBBH21383 Keywords: Production Manager, Head of Production, Meat Production, Food Production, FMCG We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.