Production Manager

Production Manager - Food Manufacturing Yeovil, Somerset c 40,000 - 50,000 per annum (Depending on Experience) Day-based hours, Full-time, Permanent The Production Manager is a key member of the management team within a well-established food manufacturing business, committed to delivering high-quality products and continuous innovation. Due to growth they are seeking an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead on day-to-day operations and champion continuous improvement across the site. As Production Manager, you''ll be responsible for overseeing daily production activities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met. You''ll lead a team of supervisors and operatives, driving performance and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day production operations to meet output and quality targets - Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) - Ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, BRC) - Monitor KPIs and drive performance improvements - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and quality - Coach and develop team members to build capability and engagement - Maintain a safe working environment and promote best practices What We''re Looking For - Proven experience in a production management role within the food industry - Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies - Excellent leadership and communication skills - Knowledge of ..... full job details .....