Manufacturing Manager

TN United Kingdom; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager for a full-time role in Bathgate. This exciting opportunity involves leading a night shift production team in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for achieving key performance indicators across safety, quality, service, and cost while acting as the senior contact during out-of-hours operations. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and generous holiday allowance. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)

28 days holiday per year

Life assurance - 4x base salary

Free onsite parking

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG manufacturing or production management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of food safety and cost control is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the nightshift team to meet operational goals.
• Manage hygiene, changeovers, and shift handovers.
• Drive a strong safety and continuous improvement culture.

Skills

FMCG manufacturing experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

H&S knowledge

Cost control knowledge

IT skills (Excel, MRP/ERP)

Experience in 24/7 shift environment

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Connect Appointments are recruiting an experienced and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to join our client's team in Bathgate.

What's on offer? A full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary of £35,000 to £40,000 (depending on experience), working a 4 on-4 off night shift pattern of 7pm to 7am.

Other benefits include:

• Company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• 28 days holiday per year
• Life assurance - 4x base salary
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

As Manufacturing Manager, you'll lead a night shift production team in a busy food manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for delivering key KPIs across safety, quality, service, and cost - while also acting as the site's senior contact during out-of-hours operations.

Key responsibilities as a Manufacturing Manager include:

• Leading and developing the nightshift team to meet operational goals
• Managing hygiene, changeovers, and shift handovers
• Driving a strong safety and continuous improvement culture
• Controlling raw material usage and operational costs
• Supporting audits, investigations, and performance reporting

To be successful, you'll have:

• Previous FMCG manufacturing or production management experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety, H&S, and cost control
• IT skills, including Excel and MRP/ERP systems (SAP experience desirable)
• Food manufacturing, BRC standards, or bakery production
• Previous work in a 24/7 or 12-hour shift environment

Ready for your next challenge? Apply now and take the next step in your career as a Manufacturing Manager.