Night Production Manager

Location: Lancashire Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today.Salary: Up to 50,000 + Benefits Night Shift | Monday-Thursday | PermanentAre you an experienced Production Manager looking to take charge of a fast-paced night shift operation in the food manufacturing industry?Were recruiting on behalf of a well-established, high-volume food manufacturer based in Lancashire, who are seeking a hands-on and driven Nights Production Manager to lead their night shift team, ensuring production targets are hit without compromising on safety, quality, or efficiency.The Role:As Nights Production Manager, you will take full ownership of your shift - managing people, processes, and performance to ensure smooth production throughout the night. Youll be responsible for delivering the production plan, motivating your team, maintaining a safe working environment, and driving continuous improvement across the shift.Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage and motivate the night production team to meet targets for quality, efficiency, and output Take full responsibility for shift performance delivering products on time and in full Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, GMP, and Health & Safety regulations Work closely with engineering to minimise downtime and ensure machinery runs effectively Monitor and act on KPI data to drive shift performance Manage staffing levels, training plans, and skills development across your team Conduct daily team meetings, appraisals, return-to-work interviews, and performance reviews Promote a culture of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth handovers and efficient operations Support and develop team leaders and supervisors to deliver operational excellenceWhat We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Production Manager or Shift Manager in a food manufacturing environment (night shift experience preferred) Strong leadership and people management skills In-depth knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health & safety compliance Track record of improving efficiency, reducing downtime, and delivering KPIs Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Proactive, organised, and committed to continuous improvementWhats on Offer: Competitive salary up to 50,000 Supportive, inclusive team culture Autonomy and ownership of the night shift operation Career progression and development opportunitiesIf youre a confident leader who thrives in a night shift setting and knows how to get the best out of people and processes, this could be the perfect next step.Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Created: 2025-11-08