Production Manager

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in County Down is seeking a Production Manager to join their leadership team in Belfast. This key role involves overseeing daily production, leading a large team, and fostering a culture of quality and safety in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in food manufacturing and strong leadership skills, with opportunities for career progression as the business grows.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Day shift, Monday to Friday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar leadership role in food manufacturing.
• Strong people management skills.
• Confident working in a high-care, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production across multiple departments.
• Plan and monitor production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and compliance.

Skills

People management

Food safety

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Job description

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Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner

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belfast, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

25.05.2025

Expiry Date:

09.07.2025

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Job Description:

Production Manager – Food Manufacturing

Location: Belfast

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

I’m supporting a well-established and growing food manufacturer in County Down who is looking to recruit a Production Manager to join their site leadership team. This is a key role within the business, overseeing day-to-day production, leading a large team, and driving a high-performance, quality, and safety culture.

This would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a solid background in food manufacturing, and enjoys being close to the shop floor.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily production across multiple departments
• Plan and monitor production schedules to meet customer demand
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety compliance
• Support and develop your team through effective coaching and training
• Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency
• Work closely with technical, engineering, and planning teams to ensure smooth operations
• Ensure all equipment and processes run safely and efficiently

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar leadership role in food manufacturing
• Strong people management skills and the ability to build a motivated team
• Confident working in a high-care, high-volume environment
• Good understanding of food safety, health & safety, and quality standards
• Hands-on leadership style with a focus on improvement and team development
• Lean manufacturing experience

What’s on offer:

• £50,000 – £60,000 salary depending on experience
• Day shift, Monday to Friday
• A supportive leadership team and strong business performance
• Career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow

If you’re a confident Production Manager looking for your next step in food manufacturing, I’d be happy to have a confidential chat.