Production Manager

Production Manager Location: On-site Job Type: Full-time Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 We are looking for a Production Manager to join a growing operation and take ownership of daily production performance. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who can drive output, improve efficiencies, lead from the front, and maintain high standards across people, process, safety, and delivery.

Day-to-day of the role Lead the day-to-day running of the packing and production operation, ensuring output, quality, and delivery targets are consistently achieved. Manage goods in, packing activity, and production flow to ensure products are prepared and dispatched to the required specification.

Plan production schedules, organise shift rotas, and manage attendance, absences, and labour allocation effectively. Monitor operational performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements to maximise efficiency and reduce downtime.

Coordinate machine maintenance and engineering activity, including arranging repairs and sourcing tools or replacement parts when required. Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and customers regarding production issues, delays, or raw material shortages.

Provide regular updates to the management team on production performance, stock levels, and operational risks. Oversee stocktakes and support accurate end-of-month reporting across production and packing activity. Support audits, site visits, and compliance requirements, while maintaining high standards of health and safety across the shop floor.

Required Skills & Qualifications Previous people management experience within food production, manufacturing, logistics, or a similar fast-paced operational environment. Strong background in production planning, team supervision, and driving performance against operational targets.

Confident communicator, able to work effectively with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and senior management. Practical and visible leadership style, with the credibility to lead from the shop floor and motivate teams positively.

Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stay calm under pressure. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and experience using systems for reporting, planning, and communication.

Sound understanding of health and safety, training, and staff performance management. Fair, approachable, and decisive, with confidence in handling appraisals, recruitment support, and disciplinary matters...

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