Production Manager

Peaple Talent; Acton; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic food manufacturing business in Acton seeks a Production Manager to lead a large production team. This role demands someone who excels in a fast-paced environment, has strong leadership experience, and is skilled in LEAN methodologies. The successful candidate will own drive for continuous improvement, ensure safety and quality standards, and support training and development initiatives. A competitive salary of up to £60,000 plus a 10% bonus is offered, along with long-term career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Long-term career progression

Supportive culture with development pathways

High-impact leadership role

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Leader in FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong people leadership experience.
• Well-versed in LEAN and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and embed a zero-harm Health & Safety culture.
• Deliver manufacturing KPIs across output, waste, quality.
• Drive continuous improvement through LEAN methodologies.

Skills

Leadership in high-volume manufacturing

LEAN/Continuous Improvement methodologies

Analytical skills

Knowledge of food safety and quality systems

Job description

Production Manager

Salary: Up to £60,000 + 10% Guaranteed Bonus

Sector: FMCG / Food Manufacturing

An ambitious, fast-growing food manufacturing business is seeking a dynamic and people-focused Production Manager to lead a large, high‑performing production team through an exciting phase of growth and continuous improvement. This is a career‑defining opportunity for an experienced Production Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and wants to make a real impact.

The Opportunity

The Production Manager will take full ownership of day‑to‑day manufacturing operations, leading up to 100 colleagues and driving best‑in‑class standards across safety, quality, efficiency and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and embed a zero‑harm Health & Safety culture
• Deliver all manufacturing KPIs across output, waste, quality and service
• Drive continuous improvement through LEAN and CI methodologies
• Ensure food safety, GMP and audit readiness at all times
• Lead quality performance and complaint reduction
• Oversee the introduction of new products from trial to launch
• Improve equipment reliability in partnership with Engineering and TPM
• Maintain service levels consistently above 99%
• Control material variance and drive waste to near zero
• Develop clear standards, structure, training and succession within the team
• Lead performance management, appraisals and ongoing coaching
• Ensure full compliance with H&S, Food Safety, Legal and Quality standards

The Person

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Leader in FMCG manufacturing
• Strong people leadership experience within high‑volume manufacturing
• Well‑versed in LEAN / Continuous Improvement
• Data‑driven decision maker with strong analytical skills
• Strong understanding of food safety, GMP and quality systems
• Commercially and financially aware
• Confident communicator at all levels of the business
• Highly organised, driven and adaptable

Why This Role?

• Salary up to £60,000 plus 10% guaranteed bonus
• Long‑term career progression in a growing, well‑invested business
• High‑impact leadership role with real autonomy
• Supportive, people‑focused culture with strong development pathways