Posted in: Executive Management in South East England | Posted: |
Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire
Company: Quest Employment (on behalf of our client)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Travel: Minimal
Our client, a baking company with a rich history dating back to 1983, is dedicated to crafting the finest cookies beloved by people across the UK and internationally. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Manager to join our team in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire on a permanent basis. As the Production Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of domestic dough production, storage, and delivery to ensure a continuous and high-quality supply of cookies to our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and be accountable for all domestic dough production, storage, and delivery operations.
* Provide front-line leadership across the prepared production operation, focusing on quality, cost, safety, delivery, and people.
* Lead and motivate teams to achieve production targets and maintain high standards of quality and safety.
* Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety and food hygiene legislation.
* Utilize MS Office tools, particularly intermediate Excel, to analyse production data and optimize processes.
* Maintain a clear understanding of production and financial-related processes to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
* Possess a forklift license and counterbalance certification (preferred) and a valid driving license (essential).
* Recruitment, Onboarding, and staff appraisals
Requirements:
* Minimum 3 years of experience in a production environment, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
* Proven ability to positively manage and lead teams of people.
* Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety and food hygiene legislation.
* Intermediate Excel skills.
* Forklift license and counterbalance certification preferred.
* Valid driving license essential.
If you are a dynamic individual with a passion for production management and a drive for excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to delight customers with the best cookies in the UK