Production Manager

Job description Job title: Production Manager Salary: £45k - £55k Location: Dungannon Key Responsibilities Our client, a well-established company in the food production industry, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee and optimise their production operations. Responsibilities include: Ensuring adherence to the company’s values, policies, and procedures. Managing day-to-day production activities to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Driving improvements using Continuous Improvement methodologies to boost efficiency and maintain quality standards. Achieving and exceeding key performance indicators (KPIs) in productivity, waste reduction, quality, and cost management. Enforcing strict time and temperature controls to maintain product quality and prevent mishandling. Leading, motivating, and managing the production team to meet and exceed operational goals. Implementing job rotation and delegation while creating staff rotas at least 1-2 weeks in advance. Managing temporary staffing levels to meet production schedules effectively. Maintaining a clean and safe production environment by enforcing a "clean as you go" policy. Conducting regular team meetings to communicate updates and address performance metrics. Monitoring packing performance and driving daily improvements to achieve optimal results. Ensuring all production equipment is maintained, serviced, and in good working order. Encouraging the team to report any damages, faults, or operational issues with equipment. Identifying training needs, building team capabilities, and maintaining a skills matrix. Ensuring health and safety compliance, addressing issues appropriately, and reporting accidents or near-misses in line with UK legislation. What We’re Looking For A minimum of 2 years’ experience in food production (essential). At least 1 year of experience in a production management role (essential). Possess strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team. Are highly organised with excellent time management skills, capable of planning and delegating tasks effectively. Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Have strong communication skills to liaise with internal teams and resolve production issues promptly. Are flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. Hold a good understanding of health and safety regulations and food safety standards. Are IT proficient, with the ability to use production planning and performance monitoring tools.

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