Area Manager

We're looking for a motivated and experienced Production Area Manager to take charge of up to 5 production lines and lead a team of around 60 people in our fast-paced fresh meat operation. This is your opportunity to step into a high-responsibility role where you'll be central to delivering excellence in safety, quality, output, and team performance.

What You'll Do

• Lead & Manage: Direct, motivate, and support your Line Leaders to run smooth, safe, and efficient operations across multiple production lines.
• Performance Delivery: Be accountable for meeting and exceeding operational KPIs across safety, people, quality, cost, and service.
• Production Oversight: Plan, monitor, and adjust resources to meet customer orders while optimising efficiency and minimising downtime.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity, leading C.I. projects from idea to implementation.
• Training & Development: Coach and develop Line Leaders and Associates, ensuring your team has the skills, knowledge, and motivation to succeed.
• Compliance & Standards: Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and quality requirements, with particular focus on HACCP and audit readiness.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Technical, Planning, Engineering, and HR teams to ensure smooth production flow and consistent product quality.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years' experience in a fresh meat production environment (essential), ideally in a management or supervisory role.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of HACCP principles, food safety systems, and compliance requirements.
• Qualifications: Food Safety Level 3 and HACCP Level 3 (or willingness to obtain); management qualification desirable.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage and develop large teams (50+ people), building a high-performance culture.
• Analytical Skills: High level of numeracy with the ability to interpret data, monitor performance, and make informed decisions.
• Organisation: Excellent planning and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Confident communicator able to engage with staff at all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership.
• Mindset: Proactive, solutions-focused, and results-driven, with a passion for operational excellence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Life insurance and pension scheme for all employees.
• Wellbeing support including mini health MOTs, and more.
• Career development opportunities and ongoing training.
• Staff shop discounts, free onsite parking, and subsidised canteen.
• The chance to work for an international organisation producing high-quality food to industry-leading standards.

Apply today – send your CV as soon as possible and we will get in touch with you. Take the lead and help shape the future of food production with us!