Food Production Manager - Lead Ops, KPI Driven, Bonus

manucomm recruitment; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday–Friday Day Based

Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job summary

manucomm recruitment is seeking a seasoned Production Manager for a food manufacturing environment. You will lead daily operations, ensure targets are met safely and to high quality standards, and drive continuous improvement while building a high-performing team in the Somerset area.

The role requires proven leadership in production, with experience in food manufacturing and a hands-on approach. You will collaborate with Technical, Engineering and Planning colleagues as demand fluctuates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience within food manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Strong people-management, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of food safety, quality standards and production KPIs.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring plans and targets are achieved.
• Lead, motivate and develop production teams.
• Monitor KPIs, productivity, waste and operational costs.
• Maintain food safety, quality, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and waste reduction initiatives.
• Work closely with Technical, Engineering, Planning and Supply Chain teams.
• Support seasonal production planning and increased demand during peak periods.

Skills

Production management

Food manufacturing experience

People management

KPI oversight

Job description

manucomm recruitment is seeking a seasoned Production Manager for a food manufacturing environment. You will lead daily operations, ensure targets are met safely and to high quality standards, and drive continuous improvement while building a high-performing team in the Somerset area.

The role requires proven leadership in production, with experience in food manufacturing and a hands-on approach. You will collaborate with Technical, Engineering and Planning colleagues as demand fluctuates.