Food Production Manager

Senior Salmon are recruiting on behalf of a well-established food manufacturing business for an experienced Production Manager to join their operation in Bilsthorpe.

Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and experienced production professional to take ownership of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, leading teams, driving performance, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

We are looking for a hands-on leader with previous food manufacturing experience who can motivate teams, improve processes, and consistently deliver operational excellence.

What's on Offer?
- Salary of £40,000 per annum
- 31 days holiday entitlement
- Employee health cashback plan
- 24/7 access to GP services and counselling
- Free onsite parking
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Long-term career opportunity with a growing business
- Key Responsibilities

Production & Operational Management

- Oversee the daily operation of production areas to ensure targets are achieved safely and efficiently
- Manage workflow, staffing levels, shift planning, and resource allocation
- Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to increase efficiency
- Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards
- Drive productivity improvements and reduce downtime and waste

People Management

- Lead, motivate, coach, and develop Team Leaders and production staff
- Conduct performance reviews and support employee development plans
- Build strong working relationships across departments
- Manage absence cover and succession planning within key operational areas
- Create a positive and engaged team culture

Quality & Food Safety

- Ensure all production activities meet food safety and quality standards
- Work closely with quality teams to investigate and resolve non-conformances
- Maintain full compliance with food manufacturing regulations and internal procedures
- Ensure traceability, hygiene, and quality standards are consistently achieved

Health & Safety

- Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the operation
- Ensure compliance with company health and safety policies
- Conduct risk assessments and support accident investigations
- Implement preventative measures and continuous safety improvements

Continuous Improvement

- Identify opportunities to improve operational performance
- Analyse production data and KPIs to support decision-making
- Work alongside senior management on improvement projects and operational initiatives
- Drive efficiencies, xrexnqw cost savings, and waste reduction programmes

About You

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

- Previous experience as a Production Manager within a food manufacturing environment
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Experience managing KPIs, productivity, and performance targets
- Knowledge of food safety, quality, and compliance requirements
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- The ability to lead teams in a fast-paced production environment

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

Salary

£40,000 per annum

If you're an experienced Production Manager looking for your next challenge within a successful food manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Senior Salmon Recruitment.