First Line Manager (Food)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ad Warrior Ltd. is seeking a Production Manager (Food) to oversee daily manufacturing operations at Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster. The role requires ensuring safety, efficiency, on-time delivery and quality while managing line leaders and production staff.

You will drive improvements in OEE, yield and downtime, coordinate material availability and maintain production documentation. A strong background in HACCP/GMP/ISO standards and 3–5 years in food manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field.
• Food Technology or Industrial Engineering background preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure safety, efficiency, on-time delivery and quality.
• Monitor KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime) and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead line leaders and staff; manage attendance and performance issues.
• Coordinate raw material availability and minimize waste; ensure timely dispatch.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, ISO/FSSC standards and quality controls.
• Maintain production reports and weekly performance summaries.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Dispatch planning

Education

Bachelor’s in Food Science

Food Technology

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing/Production Engineering

3-5 years experience in food manufacturing

Job description

Production Manager (Food)

Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: Up to £50K dependent on experience

Vacancy Type: Permanent

As the First Line Managerin food manufacturing you will oversee the daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards.

Production Operations

• Supervise daily production activities on the floor.
• Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met.
• Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed.
• Reduce downtime and improve productivity.

Food Safety & Quality Compliance

Ensure compliance with:

• HACCP
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• FDA / local food regulations
• ISO / FSSC standards (if applicable)
• Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs (Critical Control Points)
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams

Team Management

• Supervise line leaders and production staff and Dispatch Operations.
• Conduct shift briefings.
• Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures.
• Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues.

Inventory & Materials Control

• Coordinate raw material availability.
• Minimise waste and product loss.
• Monitor packaging material usage.
• Ensure outload of materials are conducted in a timely manner to achieve on time in full KPIs.

Equipment & Maintenance

• Ensure machinery is operating properly.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Report breakdowns and reduce production delays.
• Report shortages predicted to enable this to be managed with customers.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain production reports.
• Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, OTIS, waste).
• Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries.
• Manage 121s for direct line reports.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Leadership & people management.
• Problem-solving under pressure.
• Understanding of production & dispatch planning.
• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Good communication skills.

Educational Background

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science
• Food Technology
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing/Production Engineering
• 3-5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations.

Shifts are the following:

Monday to Friday

Occasional weekend work during peak seasons

Shifts:

40 hours per week with one hour for lunch unpaid

Rotating:

08.30 - 17.30 Week 1

11.00 - 20.00 Week 2

15.00 - Finish (1am usually)Week 3

When working 15.00 onwards shift allowance of £100 will be provided per week.

CMI / ILM Level 3 / 5 qualification post 6 months service with huge development opportunities.