Production Manager

Bristol Permanent View Job Description
A new and exciting FMCG business based in the heart of Bristol. This is a unique opportunity for a Production/Operations Manager to join an ambitious company at the start of the journey and have a significant influence on the direction of the brand, including product type, flavourings and operations.
  • Excellent opportunity to join a start up snack business
  • Have a significant influence on the direction of the brand

About Our Client

My client is a a start up snack manufacturing business who are part of an established group.

Job Description

  • Oversee daily operations across production to ensure smooth workflow and high efficiency.
  • Full ownership of the snack and seasoning line from purchasing to production, to quality testing, as well as maintaining exceptional hygiene standards throughout the machinery and factory.
  • Having a complete and exemplary knowledge of baking machinery and how all elements work together. To be the go-to person to resolve any problems with speed and accuracy, identifying potential problems before they arise.
  • Pre-operational start up checks; including controlled documents, equipment check sheets, fabrication sheets, hygiene standards, and line labour management.
  • Responsible for the attainment of production targets with the ability to motivate a team to obtain maximum productivity.
  • Identifying any barriers that might prevent targets being hit and develop solutions to ensure performance targets are achieved.
  • Working with the finance department in costing and commercial strategy.
  • Building, training, and managing an operational team when demand requires.
  • Keeping up to date and ensuring the business is compliant with relevant regulations.
  • Assisting with additional ad hoc tasks as required.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Production Manager should have:

  • Demonstrable experience in an operations management role, gained within the FMCG sector.
  • Strong knowledge of food manufacturing equipment.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and drive performance.
  • Experience in managing budgets and financial oversight of operations.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and experience with process improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams and external partners.
  • Results-oriented, with a focus on achieving operational efficiency and delivering high-quality products.

What's on Offer

  • An excellent salary.
  • Benefits including pension and health coverage.
  • A positive and innovative company culture.
Contact
Mark Hickman
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6541819
Phone number
+44 292 064 2034

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Operations Management
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Bristol
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mark Hickman
Consultant phone
+44 292 064 2034
Job reference
JN-092024-6541819