Production Manager (Food/Fresh Produce)
Salary: £37,000–£42,000
Shift: 4 on 4 off (Days only)
Location: Bilsthorpe – Newark, Nottinghamshire
(Commutable from Newark, Bilsthorpe, Coddington, Winthorpe, Farndon, Kelham)

Are you an experienced Production Manager in the food industry, or a Production Supervisor ready to step up into a management role? Do you want to join an industry-leading, family-run company that values sustainability, innovation, and a positive working culture?

We are recruiting two Production Managers to join a well-established food business that continues to grow while maintaining a strong sense of community and a great team culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact and develop your career in a company that invests in its people.

About the Company:
This family-run business has built a stellar reputation across the UK for delivering high-quality food products. They are passionate about sustainability, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement, and their teams take pride in contributing to the company’s success in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Role:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee daily operations on a busy food production site, managing production teams and Team Leaders to ensure production targets, quality, and safety standards are consistently met.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing daily operations on a 4 on 4 off day shift rotation
Coordinating workflow with Team Leaders to optimize line performance
Shift planning and resource allocation
Team management, recruitment, and onboarding
Ensuring compliance with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards
Leading continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce waste
Conducting risk assessments and incident investigations

The Person:

Proven experience in a food production environment as a Production Manager or Production Supervisor ready to step up
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Passionate about sustainability and contributing to a company with strong environmental values
Ambitious and motivated to drive performance improvements and operational excellence

Why Join:

Competitive salary with pension and holiday benefits
4 on 4 off day shift rotation offering a great work-life balance
Career development and training opportunities
Join a company with a supportive culture and loyal team

If you are a driven Production Manager or an aspiring Supervisor ready for the next step, this is your chance to join a company where your leadership and skills can make a real difference.

Apply today to join this growing, people-focused business!

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