Reference: 4842029Job ID: 5422985Posted: 2026-11-02Closing date: 2027-02-01Location: CookstownSalary: Depending on Experience (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / ManufacturingCompany: HaysConsultant: Arisha O'HaganHays office: Portadown — 1st Floor, Unit 11c, McGowan West Shopping Centre, West StreetPhone: +44 333 010 3898Email: Arisha.OHagan@hays.comYour new companyA leading food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Whey Production Manager to take ownership of a high-performing processing operation and play a key role in driving operational excellence, quality, and continuous improvement.This is an exciting opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader with experience in food, dairy, process, or FMCG environments to lead a large production team within a technically advanced facility supplying products to global markets.Your new roleLeading, developing and motivating production teams to achieve world-class performanceDriving continuous improvement, efficiency and yield optimisation initiativesEnsuring the highest standards of food safety, quality and complianceCollaborating with engineering and senior leadership to deliver operational targets and strategic objectivesIdentifying opportunities to improve plant performance, productivity and profitabilityWhat you'll need to succeed Proven production management experience within food, dairy, FMCG or process manufacturing Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams Experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement programmes Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills A relevant qualification in Food Science, Engineering or a related disciplineWhat you'll get in return Excellent salary and benefits package Opportunity to lead a flagship manufacturing operation Career development within a growing and innovative business Significant influence on operational strategy and performance Collaborative and supportive leadership teamWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4842029 - Arisha O'Hagan
Whey Production Manager in London employer: Hays
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