Production Manager

My client is a leading Food manufacturing company within the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth, an opportunity for a Production Manager has arisen.

The Production Manager will be responsible for leading all Operations of the specific business unit. They will have full responsibility in achieving all profit and performance targets, set by the factory manager. They will be responsible for driving continuous improvement via the maximisation of operational effectiveness and efficiencies, whilst also reducing costs through the development of people, processes and systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting improvement strategies for own business unit KPI’s, and this will be to enhance the group mission, vision and value, as set out in leadership plan.

The Production Manager will be responsible for:-

– The development of a site operations team to deliver operational objectives
– Report to the factory manager/general manager immediately of any occurrence that could affect the finances or security of the company or business unit
– Responsible for allocation of all shifts within Business Unit.
– Attending strategy meetings in line with Production.
– Setting and maintaining KPIs
– Continuous Improvement drive through developing people and developing teamwork and processes across various shifts and areas.
– Quality of manufacture, and ensure a quality product is produced to meet customer specifications
– Monitor and regulate any negative environmental impact, arising from any Production line.

The ideal candidate will be a time served manager within the food manufacturing industry, someone who has experience in working with lean principles and continuous improvement. A third level qualification is also desired. A sound decision maker, who can use there own initiative.

A fantastic opportunity to join a well established and growing company, who are leaders within the industry.

If you are interested in finding out more about this fantastic opportunity, please apply below.