Senior Food Production Manager – Lean & OTIF Expert

VanRath; Warrenpoint; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Warrenpoint is seeking an experienced Senior Production Manager to oversee production staff, manage food safety, and ensure efficient operation. The ideal candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams and possess strong project management and production expertise. The role offers flexible salary negotiations and additional benefits, providing an excellent opportunity for career progression within a top organization.

Benefits

Flexible salary

Additional benefits and perks

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a food production environment.
• Proven leadership in managing production teams.
• Strong skills in project and time management.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise staff welfare and food safety in decisions.
• Ensure on-time production of frozen and chilled products.
• Oversee personnel management across production teams.
• Support stock control activities and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with NPD team for new product assessments.
• Drive lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in a food production environment

Effective production management

Proven project management skills

Strong people management skills

Effective time management skills

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in Warrenpoint is seeking an experienced Senior Production Manager to oversee production staff, manage food safety, and ensure efficient operation. The ideal candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams and possess strong project management and production expertise. The role offers flexible salary negotiations and additional benefits, providing an excellent opportunity for career progression within a top organization.