Overview
In this on-site role in Essex, you will lead day-to-day operations across manufacturing and warehousing to ensure safe, on-time production and delivery. You will steer production scheduling, stock control and traceability while upholding food safety standards (HACCP and BRC). You’ll monitor KPIs such as efficiency, waste and yield and drive continuous improvement across the operation. This is a hands-on leadership role within a growing food business that values reliable, compliant operations and team development.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations across manufacturing and warehousing
- Oversee production schedules
- Manage warehouse operations
- Ensure orders are produced and delivered on time
- Maintain food safety standards
- Manage stock control and traceability
- Monitor production KPIs (efficiency, waste, yield)
- Support continuous improvement across the operation
Key requirements
- Experience in food manufacturing
- Strong leadership skills
- Understanding of HACCP and BRC standards
- leadership
- communication
- problem-solving
- production planning
- stock control
- traceability
Area Production Manager in Essex employer: D R Newitt & Associates
Join a dynamic and collaborative team at a leading manufacturer in Lancashire, where your sales expertise will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary of circa £25k plus OTE commission, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through training and future progression opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving industry.
