Factory Manager – Food Manufacturing

Factory Manager – Food Manufacturing

Location: Hull

Salary: Up to £70,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Factory Manager to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing business in Hull. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for driving operational performance, leading large teams, and delivering continuous improvement across a fast-paced FMCG environment.

The Role

• Lead, coach, and develop large operational teams to deliver departmental objectives
• Drive a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement and engagement
• Deliver sustained KPI improvements across productivity, yield, and efficiency
• Lead and support change initiatives and improvement projects
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, food safety, and quality standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Technical, Engineering, Supply Chain, and HR
• Engage confidently with high-profile customers and audits

About You

• Proven experience in FMCG manufacturing operations (ideally food)
• A strong track record of managing large teams in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrable success in cost control, KPI delivery, and operational performance improvement
• Experience with lean manufacturing / continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong understanding of processing operations and factory environments
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to problem solve in real time
• Confidence in working with senior stakeholders and customers

Qualifications

• Level 3 Health & Safety (IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent)
• Food Safety Level 4

Leadership & Culture

• Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging working environment
• Clearly communicate strategy, goals, and expectations
• Empower teams while maintaining accountability
• Encourage innovation and continuous improvement
• Develop talent and support long-term growth within the business

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £70,000
• Car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a growing business
• Long-term career progression

If you are an experienced operations leader within food manufacturing looking for your next challenge in Hull, we would love to hear from you

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