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Production Manager
Salary: Up to £60,000 + 10% Guaranteed Bonus
Sector: FMCG / Food Manufacturing
An ambitious, fast-growing food manufacturing business is seeking a dynamic and people-focused Production Manager to lead a large, high-performing production team through an exciting phase of growth and continuous improvement. This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced Production Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact.
The Opportunity
The Production Manager will take full ownership of day-to-day manufacturing operations, leading up to 100 colleagues and driving best-in-class standards across safety, quality, efficiency and team development.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and embed a zero-harm Health & Safety culture
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Deliver all manufacturing KPIs across output, waste, quality and service
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Drive continuous improvement through LEAN and CI methodologies
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Ensure food safety, GMP and audit readiness at all times
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Lead quality performance and complaint reduction
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Oversee the introduction of new products from trial to launch
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Improve equipment reliability in partnership with Engineering and TPM
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Maintain service levels consistently above 99%
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Control material variance and drive waste to near zero
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Develop clear standards, structure, training and succession within the team
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Lead performance management, appraisals and ongoing coaching
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Ensure full compliance with H&S, Food Safety, Legal and Quality standards
The Person
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Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Leader in FMCG manufacturing
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Strong people leadership experience within high-volume manufacturing
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Well-versed in LEAN / Continuous Improvement
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Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical skills
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Strong understanding of food safety, GMP and quality systems
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Commercially and financially aware
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Confident communicator at all levels of the business
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Highly organised, driven and adaptable
Why This Role?
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Salary up to £60,000 plus 10% guaranteed bonus
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Long-term career progression in a growing, well-invested business
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High-impact leadership role with real autonomy
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Supportive, people-focused culture with strong development pathwaysDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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