Production Manager

Manucomm Recruitment; East Devon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Manucomm Recruitment is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations in a food production environment. You will be responsible for meeting production targets safely and to the highest quality standards, while driving continuous improvement and developing a high-performing team.

The role requires proven leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably within food production, with a hands-on approach and a strong focus on operational excellence and food

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience within food manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Strong people-management, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of food safety, quality standards and production KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring plans and targets are achieved.
• Lead, motivate and develop production teams.
• Monitor KPIs, productivity, waste and operational costs.
• Maintain food safety, quality, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and waste reduction initiatives.
• Work closely with Technical, Engineering, Planning and Supply Chain teams.
• Support seasonal production planning and increased demand during peak periods.

Skills

Production leadership

People management

Problem solving

Operational excellence

Job description

Commutable from Chard, Ilminster, Crewkerne, Yeovil, Axminster, South Petherton, Taunton, Bridport and the surrounding Somerset, Dorset and East Devon area

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations within a food production environment. A food manufacturing background is preferred.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved efficiently, safely and to the highest standards of quality and food safety, whilst driving continuous improvement and developing a high-performing production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring plans and targets are achieved.
• Lead, motivate and develop production teams.
• Monitor KPIs, productivity, waste and operational costs.
• Maintain food safety, quality, hygiene and health and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and waste reduction initiatives.
• Work closely with Technical, Engineering, Planning and Supply Chain teams.
• Support seasonal production planning and increased demand during peak periods.

About You

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience within food manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Strong people-management, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of food safety, quality standards and production KPIs.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Production Manager to make a real impact on manufacturing performance within a fast-paced food production environment.