Food Production Manager

CHESTERFIELD POULTRY LTD; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance £100/week

Job summary

CHESTERFIELD POULTRY LTD is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily food manufacturing operations at Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster. You will ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time and to quality standards.

The role includes supervising line teams, driving targets (OEE, yield, throughput), maintaining HACCP/GMP compliance, and coordinating with QA, maintenance, and dispatch. Salary up to £50,000 and a weekly shift allowance of £100; permanent, full-time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science
• Food Technology
• Manufacturing/Production Engineering
• 3–5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams and Dispatch Operations.
• Maintain daily/weekly production reports and KPIs.

Skills

Food safety regs

Problem solving

Dispatch planning

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

Food Technology

Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Job description

Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: Up to £50K dependent on experience

Vacancy Type: Permanent

A Production Manager in food manufacturing 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.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Problem-solving under pressure.
• Understanding of production & dispatch planning.
• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

Educational Background

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

Shifts are the following:

Monday to Friday

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.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.