Production Manager - Butchery Experiene

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Production Manager with strong butchery skills to join a well-established business in the meat production sector in Cullompton, England. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in production management, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to quality standards. This role offers a negotiable salary range of £40,000-£45,000 and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive environment. If you're ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Long-term growth potential

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production management within the meat industry.
• Strong hands-on butchery background.
• Ability to coach and develop teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production operations for quality and safety.
• Lead and develop production and butchery teams.
• Plan production schedules to maximize workflow efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Production management expertise

Butchery skills (retail or wholesale)

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Production Manager (with Butchery Experience)

Location: Cullompton

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 DOE (Negotiable)

Our client, a well-established business within the meat production sector, is seeking an experienced Production Manager with strong butchery expertise to join their team in Cullompton. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a growing and reputable organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day production operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety
• Lead, motivate, and develop production and butchery teams
• Plan and coordinate production schedules and maximise workflow efficiency
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Monitor yields, analyse performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with senior leadership on forecasting, cost management, and process optimisation

About You

• Proven experience in production management within the meat industry
• Strong hands‑on butchery background (retail or wholesale)
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop teams
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving abilities
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and operational excellence

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (£40–45k DOE, negotiable)
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a respected local employer
• Supportive environment with long‑term growth potential

If your experience aligns and you’re ready for your next challenge, we’d love to discuss the role further.