At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead production teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations in a fresh meat environment.
- Company: Join a leading international organisation known for high-quality food production.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, life insurance, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in fresh meat production management and strong HACCP knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
- Production Area Manager – Bromborough
- Working Hours: 06:30-15:30, 5 of 6 days (Mon‑Sat)
- Environment: Fresh Meat
- What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage Line Leaders to run smooth, safe, and efficient operations across up to five production lines.
- Be accountable for meeting and exceeding operational KPIs across safety, people, quality, cost, and service.
- Plan, monitor, and adjust resources to meet customer orders while optimising efficiency and minimising downtime.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity, leading continuous improvement projects from idea to implementation.
- Coach and develop Line Leaders and associates, ensuring the team has the skills, knowledge, and motivation to succeed.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and quality requirements, with particular focus on HACCP and audit readiness.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Technical, Planning, Engineering, and HR teams to ensure smooth production flow and consistent product quality.
- What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a fresh meat production environment, ideally in a management or supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of HACCP principles, food safety systems, and compliance requirements.
- Food Safety Level 3 and HACCP Level 3 (or willingness to obtain); management qualification desirable.
- Proven ability to manage and develop large teams (50+ people) and build a high‑performance culture.
- High level of numeracy with the ability to interpret data, monitor performance, and make informed decisions.
- Excellent planning and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
- Confident communicator able to engage with staff at all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership.
- Proactive, solutions‑focused, and results‑driven mindset 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.
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Leadership Skills
Operational Management
HACCP Knowledge
Food Safety Compliance
Continuous Improvement
Coaching and Development
Cross-Functional Collaboration
