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Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to enhance production operations at their Glasgow facility. The role requires a hands-on leader skilled in lean principles and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include managing production, driving KPIs, and mentoring teams while ensuring compliance in food safety standards.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a Manufacturing Manager role within food manufacturing.
  • Track record of developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent understanding of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across multiple production lines.
  • Drive safety, quality, and performance targets in line with site KPIs.
  • Implement and embed lean manufacturing techniques.

Skills

Leadership
Lean Manufacturing
Food Safety
Continuous Improvement

Job description

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Manufacturing Manager, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire
Client:

Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Glasgow

Industry: Food Manufacturing

Overview:

A leading food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to oversee and improve production operations at their Glasgow facility. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader with a strong background in food manufacturing, ideally with exposure to lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across multiple production lines
  • Drive safety, quality, and performance targets in line with site KPIs
  • Implement and embed lean manufacturing techniques to improve efficiency
  • Manage and mentor shift managers and production teams
  • Monitor and control departmental budgets and resources
  • Collaborate with engineering, technical, and planning teams to ensure smooth operations
  • Lead site initiatives in continuous improvement and OEE tracking

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a similar Manufacturing Manager or Production Manager role within food manufacturing
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams
  • Excellent understanding of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma (certification desirable)
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, compliance, and site H&S practices
  • Ability to analyse production data and implement improvement plans

For more information about this vacancy, please apply.

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