Process Manager

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail manufacturer based in Staffordshire seeks a Process Manager / Process Technologist to enhance efficiency and product quality in a high-volume production environment. The role involves developing and optimising processes, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and collaborating across teams for continuous improvements. Candidates should have proven experience in food manufacturing and a passion for innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and quality standards.
• Experience in running trials and strategy work.

Responsibilities

• Analyse, design, and optimise production processes.
• Lead trials and validations of new products.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

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The opportunity for a Process Manager / Process Technologist join a high-performing team at a reputable retail manufacturer based in Staffordshire. This is a pivotal role for a skilled process professional who is passionate about improving efficiency, food safety, and product consistency in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

The company is a well-established, global retail manufacturer supplying major UK retailers and foodservice providers. They are investing heavily in continuous improvement and innovation, creating an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a meaningful impact.

Summary

This role will be responsible for leading the development, optimisation, and implementation of production processes to enhance efficiency, product quality, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in food manufacturing, process engineering, or production management, with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Role Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Analyse, design, and optimise production processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality
• Lead trials and validations of new products, equipment, and process changes
• Collaborate with NPD, Technical, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects
• Ensure all processes meet food safety and regulatory compliance (e.g., BRC, HACCP, retailer standards)
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or process issues
• Maintain detailed documentation and process specifications

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar role within a food manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, quality standards, and process control
• Has experience running and planning trials / done strategy work
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with major UK retailers (e.g., Tesco, M&S, Aldi)