Production Manager

Production Manager

Job Ref No: DFP/PM/12/24

Summary of Role:
To take responsibility for the management of all operations and production at Duncrue Food Processors and ensure high standards are maintained in plant performance, product quality, overall efficiency and staff management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To take responsibility for the day to day running of all aspects of production and improve performance and efficiency in line with current food health and safety and environmental legislation;
• Maintain and improve site quality standards, SOP’s, internal site audits etc in line with HACCP and legal requirements;
• Take responsibility for the stock control system;
• Manage, coach and develop a high performing team that meets agreed objectives and delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements;
• Prepare written reports and report them to the Management Board on a monthly basis;
• Review all operational costs and budgets within your remit to minimise wastage;
• Effective people management to ensure the smooth running of the Production function. 

The Person:

• Have 3 years’ previous management / operations experience in a manufacturing environment;
• The ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders;
• Experience of overseeing the in Intake and/or Despatch function, preferably in a manufacturing environment;
• Hold a 3rd Level Qualification in Business, Operation Management or similar;
• Previous experience of BRC audits;

Preference will be given to those with:

• Train the Trainer qualification;
• HACCP Level 3;
• A Food Qualification or being willing to undertake necessary training;
• Previous transport planning experience;
• NEBOSH Qualification.

In return all employees will have access to a Healthcare Plan (includes children up to the age of 18), Company Pension with Life Assurance and an active Health and Well Being strategy.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm Friday 3rd January 2025.