Full job descriptionProduction Manager
*Annual Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 DOE
*Location: Middlesbrough
*Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
This role is crucial in overseeing daily production lines to ensure the delivery of high-quality food-to-go products with minimal interruptions. The position is ideal for someone with a background in a fast-paced production environment, preferably within the food industry.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Oversee the smooth running of the business by coordinating stock, production, picking, and dispatch with department leaders.
*Ensure stock levels meet production requirements while maintaining product quality and minimising waste.
*Lead and promote a strong food safety culture, ensuring traceability and compliance with BRC and company procedures.
*Manage staffing rotas, cover, HR processes including interviews, disciplinary actions, absence reviews, inductions, and training.
*Liaise with Production Supervisors, team leaders, and other departments to ensure efficient operation of food-to-go production.
*Attend management meetings, set a positive example for staff, and ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety regulations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proven experience working within the FMCG sector, particularly in a production environment.
*Flexibility to work early starts from 6am and varying finish times based on production volumes, including availability to work 5 days across a 7-day schedule, which may include weekends.
*Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
*Excellent organisational and communication skills.
*Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
Benefits:
*Access to on-site canteen.
*Casual dress code.
*Discounted or free food.
*Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme.
*On-site parking available.