Food Manufacturing Operations Director

14 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom ISQ Recruitment Full time
Operations Leader for Thriving Food Manufacturer

This is a dynamic opportunity to oversee all aspects of operations, driving efficiency and ensuring the highest standards of food safety in a thriving food manufacturing business.

About the Role:
  • Evaluate production schedules to ensure alignment with customer needs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Oversee strategic capital investment projects to support business growth and expansion.
  • Maintain and enhance food safety and regulatory compliance standards, such as HACCP and BRC.
  • Contribute to strategic planning while ensuring smooth operational delivery.

This role requires an experienced operations leader who can provide both strategic insight and operational leadership, ensuring the business continues to grow and thrive.

Ideal Candidate:
  • 8-10 years' experience in food manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
  • Expertise in food safety standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven success in driving operational growth within an FMCG environment.
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of building effective teams.
  • Commercial acumen and experience managing capital investment projects.

The estimated salary range for this position is £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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