Production Manager (Nights)

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Ashford, Kent, is looking for a Production Manager for night shifts. This role involves coordinating production activities, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has experience in production environments, strong leadership skills, and a knack for problem-solving. The position offers a salary of £35,000 to £38,000 per annum with 40 hours per week over 4 days.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production environment with knowledge of production processes.
• Import/export knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in FMCG/food manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate night shift production activities.
• Supervise and train production staff.
• Monitor processes for efficiency and identify quality improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Production Manager (Night Shift) – Ashford, Kent – £35,000 – £38,000 pa – Hours: 40 hpw, 4 days per week – hours of work are subject to season.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate night shift production activities to meet targets
• Supervise, train, and mentor production staff to foster a positive and productive environment
• Monitor processes for efficiency and identify opportunities for quality improvements
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues and optimise production
• Maintain accurate production records and generate reports
• Promptly address production-related issues to minimise downtime

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production environment, with knowledge of production processes
• Import/export knowledge
• Experience in FMCG/food manufacturing is desirable
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of production planning, quality control, and safety regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.