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Production Manager

Manchester Permanent View Job Description
Michael Page is working with a growing FMCG business to recruit an experienced Production Manager for their Blending and Blowmoulding departments at their Manchester based plant. They will manage a complex team and process and will be tasked to optimise the production processes whilst ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety throughout the department.
  • Production Manager position with a growing FMCG Manufacturing business
  • Fantastic opportunity with a Manchester based business

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer in the FMCG sector. The organisation is a large enterprise, committed to providing high-quality products for consumers. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable company in their Manchester location.

Job Description

The Production Manager will be responsible for 2 departments, 4 direct reports and approx 80. team members within a fast paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment. They will lead on driving optimal performance by challenging process and implementing continuous improvement methodologies in the pursuit of operational excellence.

The day to day responsibilities will include:

  • Ensure the quality, efficiency, and safety of all manufacturing operations
  • Manage and optimise the blending and blowmoulding production processes
  • Champion, initiate and drive forward Lean and range of continuous improvement projects
  • Drive the strategic development of the Filling, Blending and Blowmoulding Departments
  • Champion the development of staff at all levels through training, appraisals, talent reviews and regular briefings

The Successful Applicant

The successful Production Manager will possess a range for the following:

  • Proven experience in a similar position within the FMCG industry
  • Demonstrable leadership acumen
  • Experience implementing and driving lean principles and continuous improvement
  • Experience working with complex processes at pace
  • Strategic thinker with excellent problem solving and decision making skills
  • The ability to challenge processes and behaviours
  • The ambition to progress as part of a growing European organisation

What's on Offer

  • Generous salary
  • Car allowance
  • Performance-based bonus scheme
  • Comprehensive pension plan
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • A supportive and inclusive company culture



If you're an experienced Production Manager looking for a new challenge in the FMCG industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Contact
Leigh Holmshaw
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6714023
Phone number
+44 114 263 6014

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Production, Manufacturing
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Leigh Holmshaw
Consultant phone
+44 114 263 6014
Job reference
JN-042025-6714023