:Production Coordinator

The People Co.; Essex; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Co. is seeking an experienced Production Coordinator – Operations for its Essex-based manufacturing team. The role focuses on safe, efficient production across multiple areas, with structured training and a defined pathway toward supervision or team leadership.

You will support day-to-day operations, drive quality and safety standards, and guide shift teams while developing your leadership capabilities for future supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a food production/manufacturing environment, with ambition to progress to leadership.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and quality standards; SALSA/BRC familiarity is advantageous.
• Experience operating production equipment and across multiple processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, reliable approach.
• Good problem-solving, communication and teamwork on the factory floor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production operations to meet targets, deadlines and quality standards.
• Develop competency across all production areas and support training of new team members.
• Set up, operate and shut down production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain SALSA/BRC compliance and keep accurate records (CCPs, traceability, quality).
• Follow health and safety procedures and identify hazards to maintain a safe workplace.
• Monitor performance, reduce waste and support efficiency improvements.
• Troubleshoot routine issues and escalate where needed.
• Guide operatives on shift and promote strong teamwork.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and future leadership development.

Skills

Leadership path

Food production

Quality standards

SALSA/BRC knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Record-keeping

Attention to detail

Proactive

Job description

Our client, an established food manufacturing business, is seeking an experienced and motivated Production Coordinator – Operations to join its manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in food production who is ready to take the next step in their career, develop their leadership skills and progress towards a Production Supervisor or Team Leader position.

The business is committed to maintaining high standards of food safety, product quality and operational efficiency. This role offers structured training across multiple areas of the production process, providing the opportunity to develop a broad understanding of manufacturing operations, from raw ingredient preparation and cooking through to packaging, order fulfilment and distribution.

Job Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing & Logistics Operations Manager, the Production Coordinator – Operations will play a key role in the day-to-day running of production activities, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

You will work across multiple production areas, supporting production targets, minimising waste, maintaining compliance and helping guide production operatives on shift. With structured training, competency-based salary progression and a clear development pathway, this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced food manufacturing professional looking to build towards a future leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of production, ensuring targets, deadlines and quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Develop competency across all production areas, including goods-in, stores, ingredient preparation, cooking, labelling, filling, capping, thermal processing and order picking and packing.
• Set up, operate and shut down production equipment and lines safely and efficiently.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and quality standards in line with relevant SALSA/BRC requirements.
• Complete accurate production records and checks covering critical control points (CCPs), allergens, traceability and product quality.
• Follow health and safety procedures, identify potential hazards and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Monitor production performance, minimise waste and support improvements in efficiency and yield.
• Troubleshoot routine operational issues, helping reduce downtime and escalating problems when necessary.
• Support and guide production operatives, assist with training new team members and promote strong teamwork on shift.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while developing the skills and leadership capabilities required for future supervisory responsibilities.

Personal Profile

• Ideally 5+ years' experience within a food production or manufacturing environment, with the ambition to progress into a leadership role.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and quality standards; experience with SALSA or BRC requirements would be advantageous.
• Experience operating production equipment and working across different manufacturing processes.
• Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
• A proactive and reliable approach, with the ability to take ownership and responsibility for tasks.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to operational challenges.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to support and guide colleagues on the factory floor.
• A team player who leads by example and promotes positive working practices.
• An understanding of production targets, waste reduction, efficiency and the importance of accurate record‑keeping.
• A willingness to learn, develop new skills and work towards increased responsibility and future progression into a Production Supervisor or Team Leader role.

Working Hours

Monday: 05:00 am to 01:00 pm

Tuesday: 10:00 am to 06:00 pm

Wednesday: 06.30 am to 02.30 pm

Thursday: 06.30 am to 02.30 pm

Sunday: 06.30 am to 02.30 pm

Ref Code: FMW013332