Production Manager - Feed Mill Operations & Team Leader

Mole Valley Farmers Limited; Lifton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Colleague discount

Free parking

33 days annual leave

Training and development

Career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Family leave policies

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers Limited is seeking a proactive Production Manager at Lifton Mill to oversee day‑to‑day feed mill operations. You will coordinate people, plant, and processes, ensuring safe, compliant production and high quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands‑on management, staff development, and continuous improvement, with 40 hours per week across five days and permanent full‑time employment. Join a team committed to British agriculture and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably agriculture or feed milling.
• Strong understanding of health & safety and quality compliance.
• Experience supporting or leading operational teams.
• Confident communicator with ability to build cross‑department relationships.

Responsibilities

• Supporting a safe, compliant, and welcoming working environment for all site colleagues and visitors.
• Assisting with production planning and ensuring high‑quality products meet customer expectations.
• Taking part in daily operations and maintaining a visible presence on site.
• Building strong working relationships across production, maintenance, transport, and office teams.
• Supporting recruitment, training, and development of site colleagues.
• Working with maintenance teams to ensure efficient and compliant plant operations; monitoring stock control, supporting stock takes, and resolving discrepancies.
• Contributing to operational reporting and performance tracking.
• Driving continuous improvement and promoting best practice across the site.

Job description

Mole Valley Farmers Limited is seeking a proactive Production Manager at Lifton Mill to oversee day‑to‑day feed mill operations. You will coordinate people, plant, and processes, ensuring safe, compliant production and high quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands‑on management, staff development, and continuous improvement, with 40 hours per week across five days and permanent full‑time employment. Join a team committed to British agriculture and operational excellence.