Production & Planning Manager

ISQ Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company seeks a Production & Planning Manager to oversee production planning and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate will possess extensive supervisory experience in food production, a solid understanding of food safety standards, and excellent communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing company committed to innovation and quality.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays

Impressive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Supervisory/Management role within food production/manufacturing.
• Experience in production planning and scheduling.
• Familiar with BRC food safety standards & audits.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety, food safety, and quality.
• Ensure efficient and timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Full responsibility for production planning, materials management, and team development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production planning

Food safety standards

Communication skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Job description

Production & Planning Manager
Sector: Food Manufacturing
Location: Essex
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive - to be discussed
Shifts: Monday to Friday

ISQ Recruitment are supporting a well-established farm and food business with their search for a Production & Planning Manager.

Known for producing high-quality, sustainable snacking products and supplying leading retailers and foodservice customers across the UK and internationally. This is a rare opportunity to join a business that combines traditional farming values with a modern, innovative approach to food production.

The successful candidate must have a full UK driving license, access to their own vehicle, and full Right to Work in the UK (sponsorship not provided).

Benefits

• Competitive salary - to be discussed & experience dependent
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Impressive staff discounts!

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a culture of safety, food safety, and quality
• Ensure efficient and timely delivery of high-quality products
• Full responsibility for production planning, materials management, and team development
• Ensure delivery against site KPIs
• Lead continuous improvement across the factory

About You:

• Proven experience in a Supervisory / Management role within food production / manufacturing (essential)
• Experienced in production planning and scheduling (essential)
• Familiar with BRC food safety standards & audits (essential)
• A hands-on approach with a passion for quality and innovation
• Flexible to the needs of the business
• Adaptable to change in fast-growing and fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication skills
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing business where your contributions will be both valued and visible! To discuss further, please click to apply now.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have full Right to Work in the UK.

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