Production Manager
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Location:
North Lanarkshire
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Sector:
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Salary:
£50000 - £60000
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Contact:
Gregor Mair
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Contact email:
gregor.mair@alexandersteele.com
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Job ref:
3064
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Published:
14 days ago
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Expiry date:
11 Sep 2025
Job Title: Production Manager
Location: North Lanarkshire
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
Shift Pattern: Day Shift - no weekends
Are you a driven Production Manager with a strong background in food manufacturing?
We’re working with a leading food production business in North Lanarkshire that is looking to hire a confident and capable Production Manager to lead their day-shift operations.
The Role:
You’ll be responsible for overseeing daily production on site, ensuring high standards of output, efficiency, food safety, and team performance. This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced environment, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and people development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage daily production activities across multiple lines
- Deliver against production targets while maintaining quality and safety standards
- Coach, motivate and develop a team of supervisors and operatives
- Drive improvements in OEE, yield, and waste reduction
- Support site audits and maintain full compliance with food safety, H&S and BRC standards
- Work closely with Planning, Engineering, and Technical teams to optimise output
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in a Production Management or similar leadership role in FMCG manufacturing
- Strong understanding of food safety, quality standards, and compliance frameworks
- Excellent communication and team management skills
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on efficiency and problem-solving
- Comfortable working in a high-volume, chilled/fresh environment
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary between £50,000 – £60,000
- Day shift – no nights or weekends
- Opportunity to join a stable, well-invested site with long-term progression routes
- Supportive leadership team and strong operational autonomy