Production Team Leader

Irca Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Global projects

Job summary

IRCA Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a results-driven Production Manager to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. You will ensure efficient production, maintain compliance with food safety standards, and drive continuous improvement through people management and performance optimisation.

Working on a 3-shift rotation (06:00–14:00, 14:00–22:00, 22:00–06:00), you will deliver the production plan, manage KPIs, and optimise labour, equipment, and materials to

Qualifications

• Experience in a production/manufacturing environment with FMCG exposure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the production plan through direct reporting teams on shifts.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Implement lean manufacturing techniques within production operations.
• Manage team performance to align with site business plans.
• Optimise labour, equipment, and materials to meet programme and customer expectations.
• Oversee equipment efficiency, GMP, waste control, and costs.
• Develop KPIs and communicate performance across teams.
• Collaborate with other business units to meet delivery requirements.

Skills

MS Office

Coaching/People leadership

Data-driven decision making

Lean manufacturing

Education

Continuous Improvement Qualification

HACCP Level 2

IOSH

Tools

SAP

Infor M3

Job description

Company

IRCA Group is a leading international B2B provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry and gelato markets, serving independent producers and large food manufacturers. Core products include chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other bakery/pastry ingredients.

Headquartered in Italy, IRCA Group has a strong track record of growth over the last decade. It has 22 manufacturing facilities worldwide, 2,400+ employees, and €1 billion in revenues.

What We Offer

IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, embracing diversity and valuing diverse perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth by providing tailor‑made development programs and career advancement opportunities locally and internationally.

With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. Joining our team means becoming part of a global community of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference.

If you are looking for:

• a competitive salary
• stimulatin challenges
• the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever‑growing company

IRCA is the right place.

Please note we do not offer sponsorship. You must have full right to work in the UK.

The Role

Seeking a results‑driven professional to lead and develop teams in a fast‑paced production environment. The role involves ensuring efficient production, maintaining compliance with food manufacturing safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives through people management and performance optimisation.

Working a 3 shift rotation of 06:00‑14:00, 14:00‑22:00 and 22:00‑06:00.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the production plan through direct reporting teams on shifts.
• Ensure adherence to food manufacturing safety and quality standards.
• Implement lean manufacturing techniques within production operations.
• Manage team performance to align with site business plans.
• Optimise labour use to meet production programme requirements and customer expectations.
• Oversee equipment efficiency, GMP, waste control, labour costs, and materials management.
• Create an environment where individuals can challenge the status quo, embrace change, and improve performance.
• Develop and utilise KPIs, ensuring they are effectively communicated at all levels.
• Collaborate with different business units to meet customer delivery requirements.

Qualifications and Skills

• Essential:
• Experience in a relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong coaching and situational leadership skills.
• Excellent values and behaviours aligned with the company’s vision.
• Desirable:
• Qualification in Continuous Improvement.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH).
• HACCP Level 2.
• Previous experience with SAP or Infor M3 ERP systems.
• Professional Skills:
• Proven experience in a production engineering environment, preferably within FMCG.
• Experience managing automated process lines.
• Demonstrated ability to coach teams and lead change initiatives.
• Data‑driven mindset, using data to improve quality and OEE.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

At Irca, we believe that diversity is a fundamental value and a source of strength and innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, nationality, or any other dimension of diversity, feel welcomed, valued, and respected and encourage people of all natures to apply.