Production Manager

Zest; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-site food manufacturer in Manchester is seeking a Nightshift Production Manager to lead operations and ensure quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food manufacturing, experience overseeing night shifts, and the ability to manage teams of 50-100 employees. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company dedicated to safety and team development. Competitive hours available on Mon-Fri or Tue-Fri shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or independent Shift Manager.
• Ability to foster a collaborative environment across departments.
• Experience with quality procedures and team upskilling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee both Business Units and serve as the senior point of contact on the nightshift.
• Drive a culture of safety and compliance with quality standards.
• Develop and upscale the nightshift team.

Skills

Experience overseeing a nightshift

Background in food manufacturing

Team leadership (50-100 reports)

Driving a safety culture

Job description

Job Overview

This role would suit a Production Manager, Senior Production/Operations/Manufacturing Shift Manager. A safe pair of hands and experience operating independently will be needed.

We are currently working with a multi‑site food manufacturer that are looking for a Nightshift Production Manager to join the team. The shift can either be a Mon‑Fri 8hrs or Tue‑Fri 10hrs.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for both Business Units and the most senior point of contact on the Nightshift. Responsibilities will include driving a safety culture, quality procedures, upskilling and development of the nightshift team and building a collaborative environment across all departments.

Qualifications

To be successful in the role you will ideally have experience overseeing and running a nightshift, failing that, operating in a Production Manager or an independent run Shift Manager role will suffice. A background in food manufacturing will be needed and experience overseeing teams of 50‑100 reports.

Application

If you feel you match the above criteria and wish to apply for this great opportunity, please contact Sam on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) directly.

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