Production Manager - FMCG

Production Manager People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Production Manager to join our well-established clients operations team based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire on a full time permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional to take ownership of production, quality, and continuous improvement within a growing FMCG business. As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive production efficiency, quality performance, and team development, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer expectations.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Salary: £40,000 per annum

Location:

High Wycombe Benefits include:
Competitive salary Company pension scheme Free on-site parking

Career development and progression opportunities Long-term permanent role with strong leadership exposure Day-to-day duties:
As a Production Manager, your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
Production Planning & Control Managing daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules, including water delivery planning Communicating productivity targets and monitoring performance Managing site KPIs, analysing results and implementing continuous improvement actions Ensuring full stock control accuracy across on-site and external storage locations Controlling production costs, waste, and downtime Overseeing resource planning and supplier ordering Leadership & People Management Leading and developing the production team, setting SMART objectives and conducting performance reviews Providing coaching, mentoring, and ongoing support to staff Communicating key business information clearly across the team Managing labour costs, workforce planning and resource allocation during peak periods Developing the annual site budget and ensuring financial compliance Collaborating with procurement and supply chain on material forecasts Promoting and maintaining a strong safety-first culture Quality & Compliance Ensuring all departmental activities have accurate, up-to-date risk assessments Training staff on SOPs and maintaining documented training evidence Leading internal and external audits (ISO, WHA, customer audits, EHO, LA, H&S) Managing site H&S forums and ensuring actions are completed Overseeing COSHH assessments and training Maintaining the departmental training matrix Conducting bi-annual traceability exercises to ensure food safety compliance Investigating product failures and implementing corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) Process Improvements & Engineering Support Managing engineering projects and production line maintenance Developing and implementing a preventative maintenance plan Identifying process inefficiencies and implementing CI initiatives Leading projects to improve production line efficiencies Essential skills:
To be successful as a Production Manager, you will need: A relevant degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a similar discipline 3 years' experience in production or manufacturing management Proven experience with production planning and continuous improvement Experience managing engineering change projects with clear planning and execution Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and KPI management Competence in quality tools, RCA and data-driven decision making Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities Strong safety and quality mindset Collaborative approach when working with cross-functional teams Desirable:
Industry certifications such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Training Ongoing training and development will be provided, including support with continuous improvement methodologies and industry best practices. Contact:
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Production Manager, apply today using the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to learn more. People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process