Production Manager

17 hours ago

Acton, United Kingdom Peaple Talent Full time

Production Manager

Salary: Up to £60,000 + 10% Guaranteed Bonus
Sector: FMCG / Food Manufacturing

An ambitious, fast-growing food manufacturing business is seeking a dynamic and people-focused Production Manager to lead a large, high-performing production team through an exciting phase of growth and continuous improvement. This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced Production Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact.

The Opportunity

The Production Manager will take full ownership of day-to-day manufacturing operations, leading up to 100 colleagues and driving best-in-class standards across safety, quality, efficiency and team development.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead and embed a zero-harm Health & Safety culture

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Deliver all manufacturing KPIs across output, waste, quality and service

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Drive continuous improvement through LEAN and CI methodologies

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Ensure food safety, GMP and audit readiness at all times

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Lead quality performance and complaint reduction

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Oversee the introduction of new products from trial to launch

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Improve equipment reliability in partnership with Engineering and TPM

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Maintain service levels consistently above 99%

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Control material variance and drive waste to near zero

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Develop clear standards, structure, training and succession within the team

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Lead performance management, appraisals and ongoing coaching

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Ensure full compliance with H&S, Food Safety, Legal and Quality standards

The Person

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Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Leader in FMCG manufacturing

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Strong people leadership experience within high-volume manufacturing

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Well-versed in LEAN / Continuous Improvement

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Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical skills

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Strong understanding of food safety, GMP and quality systems

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Commercially and financially aware

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Confident communicator at all levels of the business

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Highly organised, driven and adaptable

Why This Role?

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Salary up to £60,000 plus 10% guaranteed bonus

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Long-term career progression in a growing, well-invested business

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High-impact leadership role with real autonomy

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Supportive, people-focused culture with strong development pathways

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