Assistant Production Manager

Assistant Production Manager (Maternity Cover Day Shift) Full-time Fixed Term 12 Months £15.44 per hour Ashford, Kent Onsite 40 hours per week Benefits: 4-day working week Consistent day shifts (6am 5pm) Alternate weekends off Valuable management experience Onsite parking Supportive team environment Our client, a well-established and fast-paced production business based in Ashford, is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to provide maternity cover on the day shift. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within a dynamic environment where you''ll support daily production operations and drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and team performance. What you ll be doing: Support the day-to-day running of the production floor Lead and motivate staff to meet targets Maintain quality control and compliance with food safety standards Contribute to continuous improvement and process efficiency Ensure accurate inventory and production records Liaise across teams and departments to ensure smooth workflow What we re looking for: Minimum 1 year in a managerial or supervisory role Background in production; food import/export industry ideal Confident communicator and problem solver Proficient in Microsoft Office and inventory systems Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ..... full job details .....