Night Production Manager

Iping IT; Accrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected food manufacturing company in Accrington is seeking a Night Production Manager to oversee production and lead the night shift team. The ideal candidate will have experience in food manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to food safety. This role offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Supportive team culture

Career progression opportunities

Autonomy over operations

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or Shift Manager in food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the night production team.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Monitor KPI data to drive performance.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety compliance

Performance monitoring

Continuous improvement

Job description

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Location: Lancashire

Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits

Night Shift | Monday-Thursday | Permanent

Are you an experienced Production Manager looking to take charge of a fast‑paced night shift operation in the food manufacturing industry?

We are 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.

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. You will 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 excellence

What 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 improvement

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary up to £50,000
• Supportive, inclusive team culture
• Autonomy and ownership of the night shift operation
• Career progression and development opportunities

If you’re 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.

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