Production Manager

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Talke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment firm seeks a hands-on Production Manager to oversee the crop cycle in a commercial fruit production operation, managing activities from plant delivery to harvest. The role requires proven experience in fruit production, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in pest control and crop planning. Alongside a competitive salary between £40,000 and £55,000, this permanent, full-time position offers opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment focused on quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production.
• Strong knowledge of harvesting and quality control.
• Confidence in managing chemical storage and legislative compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage crop cycle from delivery to harvest.
• Oversee husbandry, pest control, spraying, and irrigation.
• Lead and develop the production team.

Skills

Commercial fruit production experience

Crop planning

Leadership skills

Pest control knowledge

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Tools

Harvest Manager

Muddy Boots

Priva irrigation systems

Job description

Production Manager – Staffordshire – £55,000

We are seeking a hands‑on Production Manager to play a key role in delivering maximum yields and high‑quality fruit across a commercial farming operation. You will manage the crop cycle from plant delivery through to harvest, overseeing husbandry, pest control, spraying, and irrigation activities. Working closely with the Farm Manager and agronomist, you will support planning, construction, and maintenance of production areas and systems while leading and developing the production team. Weekend and seasonal overtime will be required during peak periods.

Company: Our client is a well‑established agricultural business with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. They operate modern production systems and offer a collaborative working environment where operational excellence and innovation are encouraged.

Candidate:

• Proven experience in commercial fruit production, ideally across soft and stone fruit.
• Strong knowledge of crop planning, harvesting, and quality control.
• Experience implementing pest control, feeding, and spray programmes.
• Confident managing chemical storage, spraying equipment, and legislative compliance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; experience managing multilingual teams is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Red Tractor, BRCGS, and major retailer standards.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Willing to work weekends and overtime during the growing season.
• Positive, proactive, and keen to learn with a practical approach.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Desirable: PA1, PA2a, PA3a, PA6; experience with Harvest Manager or Muddy Boots farm management systems; experience with Priva irrigation systems.

Package:

• Salary of £40,000 to £55,000, dependent on experience.
• Permanent, full‑time position.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high‑performing farm operation.
• Dynamic working environment with scope to influence crop quality and business performance.

Please email your CV to Greg Henderson, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, [e-mail].