Production Manager

Silven Recruitment; North Bersted; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing food production company in Bognor Regis is seeking a Production Manager to lead a team and drive performance. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, significant people management experience, and a good understanding of food production processes. Responsibilities include ensuring production targets are met, reviewing processes for efficiency, and maintaining high standards of quality and food safety. Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leadership experience in food production.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members.
• Experience in process improvement and long-term planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of around 15.
• Ensure production targets are met and quality maintained.
• Review processes and implement effective solutions.

Skills

People management experience

Team building

Process improvement

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Production Manager – Bognor Regis

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

About the Role

This is a 'hands-on' leadership role covering the production and warehouse areas. You\'ll be working closely with the business owners and working to ensure the right people and processes are in place to drive performance and growth.

• Leading and developing a team of around 15 people (it may go up at peak times) in the kitchen, production, and warehouse areas.
• Ensuring the right people and resources are in place to ensure production targets are met and product quality is maintained.
• Reviewing existing processes and implementing more effective ways of working to help the business scale-up.
• Ensuring a continued focus on quality and food safety standards.

About You

This is an ideal opportunity for somebody with people management experience gained in food production who wants to join a business going places. You will need to demonstrate the following:

• A hands-on approach to team building, comfortable leading from the front on the shop floor.
• Able to improve and develop people through coaching and mentoring and setting clear objectives.
• Highly organised and adaptable, able to react quickly in a fast-paced food production environment.
• Experience of improving processes and long-term planning.
• Flexible and resilient - this is a small business where priorities can change quickly.

Next Steps

This is a great opportunity to join an evolving food business at an exciting time of their journey. To find out more, apply today