Production Manager – Food Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our food manufacturing operations in Shepton Mallet. You will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production while driving continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop production teams to meet operational targets.
• Deliver production schedules safely, efficiently and on time.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, quality and hygiene.
• Collaborate with Technical, Engineering, Planning and Supply Chain to optimise performance.
• Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety and company procedures.
• Manage staffing levels, performance, training and succession planning.
• Support audits and uphold relevant food manufacturing standards.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Production Manager in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people‑management abilities.
• Proven track record of managing KPIs, production planning and continuous‑improvement projects.
• Good understanding of HACCP, food safety and quality management systems.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Required skills

• Food safety (HACCP)
• Quality management systems
• Lean manufacturing principles

What we offer

• Salary £45,000‑£55,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Permanent, days‑shift role.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Competitive benefits package.