Production Manager

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The Role

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the site, ensuring production plans are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Leading production teams across processing and packing, this role focuses on performance, compliance, and continuous improvement while optimising labour, materials, and equipment to meet business objectives.

Working closely with Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain, and other support functions, the Production Manager ensures smooth operational flow, full compliance with food safety and health & safety standards, and strong delivery against production targets.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a Production Management role within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Solid understanding of food safety, quality, and health & safety standards.
• Results-driven, resilient, and confident in decision-making.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Why Sofina Foods?

At Sofina Foods, you'll step into a high-impact role where your voice matters. You'll work closely with a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of the site. With a strong reputation in the market, a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on people and quality, Sofina offers a career, not just a job. Join a business that's big enough to offer opportunity and support, but agile enough for your contribution to truly count

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production activities to achieve output, quality, cost, and service targets.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, quality, and health & safety standards, including BRC and HACCP requirements.
• Manage production schedules, labour planning, and performance against KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and minimise downtime.
• Develop, coach, and motivate production teams, building capability and engagement.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness at all times.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Technical, and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues and maintain operational stability.

Summary

Manages daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient delivery of high-quality food products while leading teams and driving continuous improvement.