Production Manager (Food)

This is Alexander Faraday Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for a rapidly growing food production business. With recent expansion doubling both headcount and turnover, this new Production Manager role is a great opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their leadership career.

Supporting production across 2–3 local sites, you’ll lead a team of around 30, drive process improvements, and ensure output, quality, and compliance targets are consistently met.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Overseeing daily manufacturing operations across multiple sites
• Leading and developing staff while maintaining a hands-on approach
• Driving production targets, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
• Ensuring quality control, compliance, and H&S standards are met
• Reporting directly to the Operations Director and contributing to senior meetings
• Supporting future growth with scalable processes and team development

What You’ll Need:

• Experience in food manufacturing at Production Manager or Supervisor level
• Proven leadership and people development skills
• A proactive, hands-on mindset – not afraid to step in when needed
• Solid understanding of production KPIs, health & safety, and quality processes
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Why Apply?:

• Fast-growing business with real progression opportunities
• Collaborative, no-micromanagement culture
• Staff discounts, free street parking, and a supportive leadership team
• Mon–Fri role with flexible daytime shifts

If this sounds like your ideal role please apply with your most up to date CV showcasing your relevant skills for the role. 

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