Area Manager

Production Area Manager Ruskington ?? Ruskington ?? 5 out of 7 days (MonSun) ?? Production Environment We're looking for a motivated and experienced Production Area Manager to take charge of up to 13 production lines and lead a team of around 95 people in our fast-paced snacking factory. This is your opportunity to step into a high-responsibility role where you'll be central to delivering excellence in safety, quality, output, and team performance. What You'll Do Lead & Manage : Direct, motivate, and support your Line Leaders to run smooth, safe, and efficient operations across multiple production lines. Performance Delivery : Be accountable for meeting and exceeding operational KPIs across safety, people, quality, cost, and service. Production Oversight : Plan, monitor, and adjust resources to meet customer orders while optimising efficiency and minimising downtime. Continuous Improvement : Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity, leading C.I. projects from idea to implementation. Training & Development : Coach and develop Line Leaders and Associates, ensuring your team has the skills, knowledge, and motivation to succeed. Compliance & Standards : Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and quality requirements, with particular focus on HACCP and audit readiness. Collaboration : Work cross-functionally with Technical, Planning, Engineering, and HR teams to ensure smooth production flow and consistent product quality. What You'll Bring Experience : Minimum 2+ years' experience in a meat production environment (essential), ideally in a management or supervisory role. Knowledge : Strong understanding of HACCP principles, food safety systems, and compliance requirements. Qualifications : Food Safety Level 3 and HACCP Level 3 (or willingness to obtain); management qualification desirable. Leadership : Proven ability to manage and develop large teams (50+ people), building a high-performance culture. Analytical Skills : High level of numeracy with the ability to interpret data, monitor performance, and make informed decisions. Organisation : Excellent planning and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. Communication : Confident communicator able to engage with staff at all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership. Mindset : Proactive, solutions-focused, and results-driven, with a passion for operational excellence. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Life insurance and pension scheme for all employees. Wellbeing support including mini health MOTs, and more. Career development opportunities and ongoing training. Staff shop discounts, free onsite parking, and subsidised canteen. The chance to work for an international organisation producing high-quality food to industry-leading standards. ?? Apply today send your CV as soon as possible and we will get in touch with you Take the lead and help shape the future of food production with us! TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-08-13