Production Manager
Glasgow
Days
Up To £50,000
We are looking for a highly motivated Operations/Production Manager to join a market leading manufacturer in their respective field. An exciting opportunity for a skilled Operations/Production Manager to join a well-established company and Production team. As Operations/Production Manager, you will be tasked with the running and continuous improvement of the Production Department. You will be a strong man-manager with a comprehensive operations/production background within a manufacturing/production environment. This role will appeal to an autonomous individual with a comprehensive idea of how to run a successful Production team within a pressurised environment. This position will appeal to a strong manager looking for their next challenging role within a secure and stable company.
Role Description -
- Oversee day-to-day production operations, ensuring all products meet strict quality and safety standards.
- Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations across the facility, fostering a safety-first culture.
- Develop, implement, and monitor best practices in food safety, quality control, and hygiene standards in line with industry regulations and company policies.
- Collaborate with the General Manager to drive strategic initiatives focused on operational excellence, process improvement, and waste reduction.
- Take responsibility for supporting the technical team in maintaining the standards of the quality management system, ensuring full compliance with relevant industry standards, including BRC and other certifications.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize costs.
- Develop and implement training programs to ensure staff are fully versed in HSE protocols and quality standards.
- Monitor production schedules and resource allocation to meet deadlines and production targets.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues to minimize impact on output and product quality.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in production processes.
Qualifications/Experience -
- Extensive experience in a manufacturing management role, ideally within the food production industry.
- Strong working knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations, with a proven track record of maintaining rigorous safety standards.
- Expertise in managing high-quality standards in production, including food safety, BRC, and hygiene practices.
- Proven ability to lead production teams, with strong problem-solving skills.
- In-depth understanding of production processes.
- Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to drive performance and promote a positive working environment.
Person -
- Strong man manager
- Team player
- Inspiring/motivated
- Respectful
- Driven
- Performance based
- Professional attitude
- Future senior management potential
In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer. If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly to Thomas Barkes at or call for a confidential discussion on .