Production Manager

Company: Henderson Brown Recruitment
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Location: Nottingham
Job Description:

Are you an experienced Production Manager looking to join a well‑established food manufacturer where you can genuinely make an impact? We’re recruiting for a hands‑on Production Manager to lead a busy manufacturing operation, managing a team across production. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys improving performance, developing people and driving standards in a fast‑paced FMCG environment.

The Role

  • Lead and motivate a production team
  • Deliver daily production targets safely, on time and to quality standards
  • Improve productivity, efficiency and reduce waste
  • Manage labour, staffing levels and production costs
  • Work closely with Planning, Engineering, Quality and Warehouse teams
  • Drive continuous improvement across the factory
  • Develop supervisors and production teams
  • Ensure high standards of Health & Safety, Quality and Hygiene at all times
  • Review KPIs and implement action plans where needed

About You

  • Previous Production Management experience within food manufacturing or FMCG
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams
  • Passion for continuous improvement and driving performance
  • Confident managing KPIs, labour and production costs
  • A proactive, hands‑on leader who leads from the front

What’s on Offer?

  • £45,000 – £50,000 salary
  • Monday to Friday working pattern
  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension and life assurance
  • Genuine career development opportunities
  • Join a successful, growing food manufacturing business with long‑term stability

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Posted: July 7th, 2026