Loctation: Newcastle - Under -Lyme
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE
Sunday - Thursday (10:00pm - 6:30am)
The Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Production Manager to join a leading food manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for managing and optimising daily production activities, ensuring operational targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and in line with the highest quality and food safety standards.
The successful candidate will oversee both low-risk and high-risk manufacturing areas, driving performance, continuous improvement, labour efficiency, and operational excellence across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules are delivered on time and in full (OTIF)
Drive production performance through effective management of OEE, labour utilisation, and operational efficiencies
Implement and promote Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor product yields and control costs by reducing waste across raw materials, packaging, and labour
Ensure strict compliance with food safety, quality, and hygiene standards across all production areas
Maintain robust segregation controls between low-risk and high-risk environments to protect product integrity
Ensure the site remains audit-ready for customer, regulatory, and third-party audits
Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors and Line Leaders to build a high-performing and engaged workforce
Support workforce planning, training, succession planning, and performance management activities
Work closely with Technical, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, HR, and Health & Safety teams to deliver operational objectives
About You
A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a Production Manager or senior manufacturing leadership position within food manufacturing
Proven experience managing operations within a high-risk or high-care food production environment
Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating large production teams
Experience delivering key operational KPIs, including OEE, waste reduction, labour efficiency, and productivity improvements
Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, yields, and operational costs effectively
Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Essential Qualifications
Food Safety Level 3 or 4
HACCP Level 3 or 4
Desirable Qualifications
Leadership or Management qualification (ILM Level 5 or equivalent)
IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
Lean Manufacturing qualification or experience
If you are interested in this position please apply directly or email your CV over to (url removed) You can also call Maria on (phone number removed)
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Salary description
£45000.00 - £45000.00 per year