Production Manager

• Supervise and support a team of supervisors and production operators to execute the production plan efficiently.
• Lead and develop supervisors through coaching, performance reviews, and one-on-one meetings.
• Ensure compliance with daily 6S, Health & Safety, Quality, and Food Safety standards.
• Manage staffing rota and daily labour assignments to optimise factory efficiency.
• Monitor and control production costs through agreed-upon KPIs.
• Facilitate effective shift start-ups, handovers, and pulse meetings.
• Utilise IT systems for communication and production monitoring.
• Enhance operator skill levels through training and development initiatives.
• Manage production attendance, conduct return-to-work meetings, and oversee absence and pay reviews.
• Implement Employee Handbook and uphold Company Values.
• Address employee concerns while maintaining a culture of respect and dignity.
• Assist HR in disciplinary and grievance processes as needed.
• Ensure implementation of procedures and management routines.
• Take responsibility for assigned production lines.
• Resolve operational issues systematically.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives and lead teams in CI projects.

• Experience in FMCG industry, preferably in commercial branded products or manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in team management and development.
• Proficient in people management and supervision.
• Knowledge of HACCP/BRC standards.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen.
• Results-oriented with a track record of meeting targets and deadlines.
• Decisive with sound judgment and innovative thinking.
• Agile learner with a focus on continuous improvement.

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