Production Manager

In The News; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

In The News is recruiting an experienced Production Manager to lead the day-to-day butchery operation at our South Yorkshire site, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency and strong customer service. You will report to the Factory Manager and drive continuous improvement across the production teams.

You will ensure compliance with BRCGS, HACCP, GMP and UK retailer standards, manage labour planning and yields, and develop people to sustain high performance in a growing food business.

Qualifications

• Food safety Level 3/4 qualification with HACCP Level 3 minimum.
• Proven experience leading production in a meat processing or butchery environment.
• Strong knowledge of meat yields, cutting specs, labour planning and cost control.
• Excellent understanding of BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, UK food legislation and retailer standards.
• Experience working with major UK retailers would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily butchery and packing operations to meet production plans safely and to high quality standards.
• Manage Production Supervisors and teams through coaching, development and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, legal and customer requirements (BRCGS, HACCP, Red Tractor, retailer standards).
• Drive labour planning, productivity and cost control to meet budgets.
• Monitor production performance via KPIs and identify efficiency, yield and quality improvements.
• Promote GMP, hygiene and food safety; maintain audit readiness at all times.
• Manage raw material usage to minimise waste and maximise yield.
• Deputise for the Factory Manager and support wider site objectives.

Skills

Food safety level 3/4

Meat production leadership

Meat yields & labour planning

BRCGS / HACCP / GMP knowledge

Experience with UK retailers

Job description

Location: South Yorkshire

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced and hands‑on Production Manager to join a well‑established food manufacturing business specialising in fresh meat processing. Reporting directly to the Factory Manager, you'll take ownership of the day‑to‑day butchery operation, leading production teams to deliver exceptional standards of food safety, quality, efficiency, and customer service. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining compliance with UK food legislation, BRCGS standards, HACCP principles, and retailer requirements. You'll play a vital role in developing people, driving continuous improvement, maximising yields, and creating a culture where safety, quality, and operational excellence come first.

About you

• Food Safety Level 3 or 4 qualified with HACCP Level 3 as a minimum.
• Proven experience leading production within a meat processing or butchery environment.
• Strong knowledge of meat yields, cutting specifications, labour planning, and cost control.
• Excellent understanding of BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, UK food legislation, and retailer standards.
• Experience working with major UK retailers would be highly advantageous.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the daily butchery and packing operations to deliver production plans safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
• Managing Production Supervisors and production teams, ensuring high performance through coaching, development, and accountability.
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, legal, and customer requirements, including BRCGS, HACCP, Red Tractor, and retailer standards.
• Driving labour planning, productivity, and cost control to meet operational and budgetary targets.
• Monitoring production performance through KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Promoting excellent GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards while maintaining audit readiness at all times.
• Managing raw material usage to minimise waste and maximise yield in line with production plans.
• Deputising for the Factory Manager when required and supporting wider site operational objectives.

So, what can they offer you?

• An opportunity to join a successful and growing food manufacturing business where quality, innovation, and operational excellence are at the heart of everything they do.
• Autonomy to shape production performance, develop people, and implement continuous improvement initiatives within an experienced leadership team.
• Commitment to investing in people and facilities, offering an environment where ideas are valued and contributions make a real difference.
• Long‑term career opportunities in a business that continues to invest and grow.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.