Production Manager

Production ManagerSector: Food ManufacturingLocation: SuffolkEmployment Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £48,000 - £55,000Shifts: Monday to Friday, day & night shift patternISQ Recruitment is supporting a powerhouse behind one of the UK’s most iconic ingredients with their search for an experienced Production Manager. With a legacy of innovation, sustainability, and world-class manufacturing, they are at the heart of British food production.This role operates on a rotating 3-shift pattern—days, afternoons, and nights - working 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday. * Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience to this role will be considered. The successful candidate must also have a full UK driving license with access to their own vehicle. BenefitsCompany Pension - up to 10% matched26 days annual leave, plus Bank HolidaysEmployee Assistance ProgrammeBUPA Healthcare through Salary SacrificeAnnual “Buy Holiday” SchemeElectric Vehicle SchemeStaff discountsOnsite gym Key Experience & SkillsProven leadership in food manufacturing, with experience coaching high-performing teams in complex, fast-paced environments.Strong technical expertise, with a track record in fault diagnosis, problem solving, and driving continuous improvement.Commercial acumen, including experience managing budgets and contributing to re-forecasting processes.Excellent communication and people skills, with the credibility to influence across all factory levels.Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset, able to balance short-term pressures with long-term tactical thinking.Lean operations experience, backed by strong planning, analytical and project management skills.Key Qualifications & TrainingEssential:NEBOSH General CertificateUnderstanding of management fundamentalsUnderstanding of behavioural based safety leadershipBasic food hygiene trainingUnderstanding of hazards and controls associated with a complex industrial environment and producing food and feedUnderstanding of technical accountingDesirable:HND or equivalent in a Science or Engineering based disciplineGreen Belt Lean SigmaPractical knowledge of Lean Tools and TechniquesChemical Engineering degree or similar disciplineChartered Institute of Environmental Health Level 4 trainingHACCP level 3(Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered)If you would like to discuss this role further, please click to apply now, or submit your CV to or call 01603 369500 for more information.

Created: 2025-09-04