Production Manager - Oswestry

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Production Manager for their Oswestry Cheese Packaging Facility. This role involves overseeing production operations, ensuring quality and safety standards, and driving productivity. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in the food sector.

Benefits

21 days holiday

Annual pay review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

Access to discounted products

Flexible benefits

Christmas cheese hamper

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar role in food/beverage.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage production operations to ensure efficiency.
• Plan and coordinate production activities according to policies.
• Monitor production processes to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Experience as a Production Manager

Knowledge of production processes

Tools

Production management software

MS Office

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19.05.2025

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03.07.2025

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Job Description:

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Arla Foods are looking for a Production Manager to join the Operations team at our Oswestry Cheese Packaging Facility in Shropshire.

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application)
• 21 days holiday
• Annual Pay review
• Employer pension matched up to 6% (12% total contributory)
• 4 x annual life salary assurance
• Flexible Benefits- buy additional annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• People agenda commitment to training and development
• Access to discounted Arla products
• Most importantly- a cheese hamper at Christmas!

What will the role involve?

As a Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing our production operations to ensure efficient and effective manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in driving productivity, quality, and safety standards while ensuring the timely delivery of products to meet customer demands. Your strong leadership skills, attention to detail and ability to make effective decisions will contribute to the success of our operations.

Key responsibilities include;

• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a culture of safety among team members.
• Plan, organise, and coordinate production activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop production schedules and allocate resources to achieve production targets and meet customer requirements.
• Monitor and analyse production processes to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations in the production facility.
• Manage and motivate a team of production staff, providing guidance, training, and support to enhance their skills and productivity.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as quality assurance, and maintenance, to ensure smooth production flow and resolve any issues or bottlenecks.
• Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure products meet the required standards.
• Analyse production data and generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in production technology to recommend and implement innovative solutions

What you’ll need in order to be successful in the role

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or in a similar role, preferably in the food or beverage industry.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes, quality control principles, and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to analyse production data and generate meaningful reports.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in using production management software and MS Office applications.
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• High levels of enthusiasm and a positive attitude to change and problem solving

Things we’d love to tell you about our Oswestry site

• Our Oswestry site is a best in class cheese packaging facility that cover 8 acres of land and package 350 different types of products.
• We send cheese out to Europe, North America, Africa & Asia.
• Supplying branded products like Castello, BOB and Arla Pro, along with private label to Waitrose, M&S, Asda & Aldi.
• If we lined up, side-by-side, all the 20kg blocks of cheese our Oswestry site process each year, we could plot the entire UK coastline.
• We #feedthenation, producing and delivering 99.8% of our customer orders on time.

Things We’d Love To Tell You About Arla

• We are a farmer- owned cooperative. That means we are committed to partnering with farmers so they are guaranteed a fair price for their milk.
• We experimented with poo powered trucks (google it- you won’t regret it), and built the world’s first ever 100% carbon neutral dairy. All as part of our ongoing commitment to combatting climate change.
• We are the producer of Lurpak, one of the world’s most iconic butter brands.
• We are a Danish business, operating across the UK, Europe, Asia, The Middle East, North America, South America and other regions across the globe.

Next steps

Please apply using the link or reach out to Jess Thwaite, Talent Partner at Arla Foods. The closing date for applications is 19th August 2024.

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.