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.

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, 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

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