Head of Production

Head of Production

Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Carling Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead production operations and ensure top-notch quality in food and beverage manufacturing.
  • Company: Dynamic drinks production company focused on innovation and quality.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of production.
  • Other info: Join a scale-up environment where your decisions shape processes and outcomes.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by creating high-quality products in a fast-paced environment.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in production management and team leadership in food or beverage sectors.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

Head of Production to take full technical and operational ownership of the site.

  • Production & Manufacture - A proven track record running production in food or beverage manufacturing, ideally in liquid processing, bottling or brewing.
  • Engineering & Maintenance - Experience bringing a new site into full operation
  • Quality, Food Safety & Certification - Strong working knowledge of HACCP and food safety, with experience implementing systems and maintaining them.
  • Team Building & Leadership - Demonstrable experience managing and developing a team.
  • Budget, Performance & Continuous Improvement - Own the production budget and the cost of goods produced on site, managing labour, materials, waste and utilities to agreed targets.
  • Health, Safety & Environment - Maintain a safe, compliant environment, including pressurised carbonation and compressed-air systems, glass handling and cleaning chemicals (COSHH)

Who we are looking for

Thrives in ambiguity and a scale-up environment; happy to make decisions and create new processes where none exist.

Cares deeply about making a great product that is consistent, reliable and held to the highest standard.

Ideally, all-round experience of running a drinks production facility; wider exposure across the broader operation would be a welcome advantage.

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Head of Production employer: Carling Recruitment

As a leading player in the beverage manufacturing sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. Our Head of Production role offers not only competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth but also the chance to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment. Located in a vibrant area, our facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, ensuring that you will be at the forefront of innovation while working alongside a passionate team dedicated to quality and excellence.

Carling Recruitment

Contact Details:

Carling Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Production

Technical Ownership
Production Management
Liquid Processing
Bottling
Brewing
HACCP
Food Safety