Production Manager

Adecco; Rochester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension plan

Training and development

Progression opportunities

Free parking

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a Production Manager in Rochester to lead a team of Shift Leaders and production staff in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

You will shape culture, build leadership capability, drive performance, and contribute to strategic decisions as part of the Senior Leadership Team.

This role offers a challenging development path with a competitive package including a 5% bonus, pension, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within food, beverage or FMCG manufacturing.
• Strong people management and coaching skills.
• Experience leading teams across shift-based operations.
• Passion for developing others and raising performance standards.
• Knowledge of BRC, quality and compliance requirements.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop Shift Leaders and production teams
• Build a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement
• Drive operational performance, productivity and KPI achievement
• Ensure compliance with BRC, food safety and health & safety standards
• Support production planning and customer order fulfilment
• Work closely with Operations, Technical and Supply Chain teams
• Contribute to business improvement projects, including ERP implementation
• Develop talent and succession plans to strengthen future leadership capability
• Play an active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team

Skills

Leadership

People management

Coaching

Shift operations

Communication

Problem solving

Quality & compliance

Job description

Production Manager

Mid-Kent | £43,000 - £53,000 DOE + 5% Bonus

Rochester

Are you a strong people leader looking for an opportunity to shape culture, build leadership capability and drive performance within a growing FMCG manufacturing business?

Adecco is recruiting for a Production Manager to lead a team of Shift Leaders and production staff within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a highly visible leadership role focused on developing people, improving accountability and supporting ambitious growth plans.

As a key leader within the business, you will also become a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to strategic decision-making and helping shape the future direction of the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop Shift Leaders and production teams
• Build a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement
• Drive operational performance, productivity and KPI achievement
• Ensure compliance with BRC, food safety and health & safety standards
• Support production planning and customer order fulfilment
• Work closely with Operations, Technical and Supply Chain teams
• Contribute to business improvement projects, including ERP implementation
• Develop talent and succession plans to strengthen future leadership capability
• Play an active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team

About You

• Proven leadership experience within food, beverage or FMCG manufacturing
• Strong people management and coaching skills
• Experience leading teams across shift-based operations
• Passion for developing others and raising performance standards
• Knowledge of BRC, quality and compliance requirements
• Continuous improvement mindset with a hands-on leadership approach
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities

Package & Benefits

• £43,000 - £53,000 DOE
• Up to 5% performance bonus
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days
• Company pension
• Ongoing training and development
• Clear opportunities for progression within the business
• Free parking
• Long service awardsCompany social events and team celebrations
• Opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that is investing in its people, systems and future growth. You'll have the chance to influence company culture, develop future leaders, contribute to strategic decisions as part of the SLT and play a key role in the continued success of the operation.

If you're a people-first leader who enjoys coaching teams, driving accountability and creating a high-performing culture, we'd love to hear from you.

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