At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and motivate a dynamic production team in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a rapidly growing niche drinks manufacturer with exciting growth plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on leadership role, and the chance to shape the future.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and to work closely with senior management.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a thriving business while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in production management within food or drinks manufacturing is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
- Production Manager
- Wincanton, Somerset
Are you a hands-on Production Manager looking for your next challenge - An exciting opportunity to make a real impact!
We're recruiting for a fast-growing, successful niche drinks manufacturer that's investing heavily in its future.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Management Team and play a key role in driving the business through its next stage of growth.
Leading a team of 4 Team Leaders and 13 Production Operatives, you'll take full ownership of the Production operation, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency remain at the heart of everything you do.
What you'll be doing
- Leading, motivating and developing your production team.
- Taking ownership of all production activities, including hygiene and engineering.
- Solving problems and keeping production running efficiently.
- Managing production plans and understanding critical paths.
- Driving high standards, continuous improvement and operational performance.
- Working with the Senior Management Team to help shape the future of the business.
What we're looking for
- Proven Production Management experience within food or drinks manufacturing (essential). Dairy would be helpful
- A hands-on leader who enjoys being on the shop floor working and motivating their Team.
- Strong communication and people management skills.
- A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving ability.
- Continuous Improvement (CI/Lean) experience would be an advantage, but not essential.
If you're passionate about people, enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and want the opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is commutable from Wincanton, Shaftesbury, Frome, Ditcheat, Bruton, Evercreech, Yeovil, Shepton Mallet, Trowbridge and may suit a candidate that has previously worked as a Production Manager, Shift Production manager, Operations manager, Manufacturing manager
Production Manager in Wincanton employer: Manucomm
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding niche drinks manufacturer in Wincanton, Somerset, where your role as Production Manager will not only allow you to lead and develop a dedicated team but also make a significant impact on the company's growth trajectory. With a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, you'll thrive in a supportive work culture that values hands-on leadership and offers ample opportunities for professional development. Enjoy competitive remuneration and the chance to shape the future of a business that is committed to investing in its people and operations.
