I am working with a leading food manufacturer who are seeking an experienced Production Manager to join their senior management team. This is a key site leadership role, overseeing Boning Hall and Despatch operations, managing 2-3 direct reports and up to 200 indirect staff.

The Role:
As Production Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring efficient and high-quality production across deboning, trimming, processing, packing, storage, and distribution. You'll plan and allocate resources to meet customer demand, drive operational performance in yield, quality, and cost, and foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop large operational teams, ensuring consistent performance and engagement.

• Manage day-to-day production to deliver on efficiency, cost, and quality targets.

• Collaborate with site leadership and wider functions to achieve business objectives.

• Maintain high standards in health & safety, food safety, and compliance.

• Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You:

• Proven management experience within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment (Beef industry experience is highly desirable).

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and influence large teams.

• Excellent knowledge of production processes, lean methodologies, and health & safety practices.

• Analytical, results-driven, and resilient, with a track record of delivering operational improvements.

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing site with long-term career prospects, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the production function.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in please apply. You can also forward your CV onto me directly at jamie@morepeople.co.uk or drop me a call on 01780 480530