Production Manager

Manucomm Recruitment Ltd; South Somerset; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

Manucomm Recruitment Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations within a food production environment. A food manufacturing background is preferred, with a focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.

You will drive targets, monitor KPIs and costs, develop a high-performing production team and collaborate with Technical, Engineering, Planning and Supply Chain to meet peak-period demand.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong people-management and planning skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Production management

People management

Problem solving

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Production Manager -Food Manufacturing

Salary: £up to 60,000 per annum + Bonus

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.

Hours & Benefits

• Monday-Friday Day Based
• Bonus + Excellent Benefits

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.