Overview

We’re working in partnership with a leading food manufacturer in the North-Yorkshire area who are seeking a highly capable Production Manager to join their growing operation. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a key production area within a well-established and progressive business.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations within the production environment, ensuring consistent delivery of output, quality, and efficiency targets. You’ll lead a team of supervisors and operatives, driving continuous improvement across all aspects of production while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and motivate production teams to achieve daily and weekly KPIs.
• Ensure production plans are delivered on time and to specification.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or similar methodologies.
• Maintain rigorous standards of hygiene, health & safety, and food quality compliance.
• Work cross-functionally with Planning, Engineering, Quality and HR to support business objectives.
• Monitor performance data and proactively address areas of underperformance.
• Support site audits and customer visits as required.

The Candidate

• Proven experience in a Production or Manufacturing Manager role within food or FMCG.
• Strong people management skills with a track record of team development.
• Working knowledge of BRC, HACCP, GMP, and food safety systems.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Flexible, resilient, and driven by results.