Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 50,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Thirsk North Yorkshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Production Manager
Location: On-site
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £40,000-£50,000 We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Production Manager to join our senior management team during a period of significant growth. With ambitious plans and projects on the horizon, we seek an enthusiastic, hands-on leader who can inspire, build strong relationships, and elevate our operations.
Day-to-day of the role:
Manage the daily operations of the packing station, including overseeing goods in and the production team, ensuring products are packed and delivered to precise specifications.
Plan and oversee production schedules, shift rotas, and manage staff attendance and absences.
Schedule machine maintenance and manage engineering tasks, including the procurement of necessary tools and parts.
Communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders regarding supply issues or delays.
Provide comprehensive briefings to the management team about raw material availability and production challenges.
Conduct stocktakes and compile end-of-month reports.
Oversee the induction process for new team members and coordinate ongoing training to ensure all staff adhere to safety protocols and are proficient in their roles.
Participate in recruitment, HR, and disciplinary processes.
Conduct regular performance reviews and appraisals.
Host visitors and assist the technical manager during audits.Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven people-management experience, ideally within the food production, manufacturing, or logistics sectors.
Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with team members, customers, suppliers, and senior management effectively.
Positive and motivational leadership style with a practical, can-do attitude.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to remain calm and efficient in a high-pressure environment.
Proficiency in using IT systems and Microsoft Office for managing information, reports, and communications.
Hands-on approach, with a commitment to being highly visible and credible on the shop floor.
Approachable, fair, and consistent, with the confidence to make informed decisions and conduct honest conversations.Benefits:
Competitive company pension
Free on-site parking