Production Manager - food manufacturing
Job in
Braintree, Essex County, CO9 2AJ, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-20
Listing for:
b3 jobs Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Food Production, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Production Manager
This company is an independent, environmentally friendly family-run UK food business that uses traditional production methods and supplies both retail and hospitality customers nationwide.
About the Production Manager job
Reporting to Head of Operations, working within the production team to deliver high-quality products in a safe, efficient, and hygienic environment, ensuring customer requirements are met. Supporting the site team in achieving key Food Safety, Authenticity, and Quality objectives, while overseeing the production team to ensure smooth and seamless operations.
Key tasks
* Make sure production runs on time, with minimal downtime, and all issues are recorded properly.
* Ensure all work follows SOPs, food safety, quality standards, and that machines, batch codes, and dates are correct.
* Keep the production area clean, safe, and hygienic at all times.
* Recruit, train, schedule, and manage staff to build a skilled, flexible, and motivated team.
* Update production plans, support daily operations, and help improve processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
About You
* The successful candidate shall have the ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
* A very strong communicator at all levels both written and verbally.
* Training in Food Safety as well as Health and Safety would be advantageous.
More details
The Production Manager job () is paying £50,000 according to your experience.
The site is in Essex and is commutable from Colchester, Halstead, Witham, Braintree, Ipswich, Haverhill, Sudbury and surrounding towns.
b3 jobs are market-leading recruiters specialising in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, both in the UK and internationally. Founded in May 2000, we are proud of our reputation for being reliable, knowledgeable and resourceful - with our unique blend of honest and professional work ethics.
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Alternate job titles - Food Production Manager | Production Team Manager | Head of Production | Manufacturing Manager | Production Supervisor | Production Team Leader | Production Coordinator | Food Industry Production Jobs
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