Associate Production Manager - FMCG Operations Leader

Arla foods; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food ingredient company located in Devon and Torbay is seeking an Associate Production Manager to oversee production operations and lead a team to ensure compliance with management systems. The role demands proven leadership skills and FMCG experience in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include managing budgets, KPIs, and collaboration across teams to drive performance and uphold food safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits package, including a Christmas cheese hamper, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday & Bank Holidays

Annual pay review

Pension contribution matched up to 6%

Life assurance 4x annual salary

Access to discounted staff products

Training and development opportunities

Flexible benefits for additional annual leave

Cheese hamper at Christmas

Qualifications

• Solid FMCG experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations ensuring compliance with management systems.
• Manage budgets and KPIs to maintain efficiency.
• Lead and inspire the team for exceptional performance.
• Collaborate with engineering and finance teams.
• Ensure food safety and quality standards.
• Support audits and champion continuous improvement.

Skills

FMCG experience

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented mindset

Resilience

Autonomy

Tools

SAP

Management systems

Job description

A global food ingredient company located in Devon and Torbay is seeking an Associate Production Manager to oversee production operations and lead a team to ensure compliance with management systems. The role demands proven leadership skills and FMCG experience in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include managing budgets, KPIs, and collaboration across teams to drive performance and uphold food safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits package, including a Christmas cheese hamper, are offered.