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Manufacturing Manager - Food Manufacturing

International Permanent View Job Description
Seeking a Production Manager located near the Park Royal area-ideal for a candidate with solid food manufacturing experience who excels in a dynamic, fast-paced, and team-oriented setting.
  • High- growth and start-up opportunity
  • Small and fast-pace food manufacturing environment

About Our Client

My client is a well-funded start-up, that is rapidly expanding producer of high-quality food products-made with heirloom ingredients and time-honored methods. Based out of Park Royal London, and selling into QSR and Catering companies, they are looking for a proactive, hands-on Production Manager to oversee manufacturing during this scale-up period of time and beyond.

Job Description

Production Oversight



  • Lead daily tortilla and salsa production, meeting output and quality targets


  • Manage product changeovers and schedules with minimal downtime


  • Track key production metrics (yield, labour, waste) and resolve inefficiencies


  • Maintain accurate batch tracking and ERP records



Team Management



  • Supervise, train, and support production and hygiene staff


  • Manage staffing plans, rotas, breaks, and holiday cover


  • Build a collaborative team culture with clear communication and performance reviews



Quality & Compliance



  • Maintain and improve food safety, allergen, and hygiene standards


  • Investigate customer complaints and non-conformances


  • Conduct internal audits and ensure readiness for SALSA and customer audits



Inventory & Materials Control



  • Manage raw materials, packaging, and WIP inventory


  • Minimize waste and support accurate stock tracking


  • Participate in inventory counts and resolve discrepancies



Equipment & Maintenance Coordination



  • Collaborate with Maintenance Engineer on planned maintenance and downtime tracking


  • Ensure equipment is safe, operational, and well maintained


  • Report and help resolve technical issues to reduce future disruptions



Health & Safety Leadership



  • Enforce site health and safety policies and staff training


  • Own and update risk assessments for production areas


  • Maintain high housekeeping standards across all operational zones

The Successful Applicant



  • Food Production Experience: 5+ years in food manufacturing, ideally with exposure to both bakery and wet-line processes


  • Team Leadership: Proven experience managing or supervising production teams


  • Technical Knowledge: Hands-on understanding of dough handling and/or cooked product manufacturing (e.g., sauces, soups, salsas)


  • Food Safety Compliance: Familiar with HACCP, allergen control, and food safety standards


  • Systems Proficiency: Strong ERP/MRP system experience, with ability to manage batch traceability and production data


  • Mechanical & Electrical Skills: Solid mechanical knowledge essential; basic electrical skills a plus


  • Leadership & Communication: Strong communicator, confident in leading team meetings, reviews, and updates



What's on Offer



  • Salary: £35,000-£45,000, depending on experience


  • Bonus: Up to 10% annual performance-based bonus


  • Time Off: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off


  • Overtime: Optional paid overtime available during peak periods


  • Development: Ongoing role-specific training and growth opportunities


  • Impact: Opportunity to influence and shape the company's growth trajectory



Contact
Sally Ristine-Barratt
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6743359
Phone number
+44 207 269 2108

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Production, Manufacturing
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sally Ristine-Barratt
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2108
Job reference
JN-052025-6743359