Senior Production Manager: Lead CI & Safety

Christianaid; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Senior Production Manager to enhance operational excellence in its production facilities. The role involves leading improvement initiatives, managing team performance, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have a strong leadership background in production, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Competitive benefits include a company bonus scheme, enhanced pension contributions, and private health insurance.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme (up to 7.5%)

Enhanced pension contributions

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance & critical illness cover

Onsite Parking

Free fruit & potatoes

Electric salary sacrifice car scheme

Flu vaccines

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience interpreting data to drive performance improvements.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify trends for improvement.
• Lead improvement initiatives and trials in production.
• Collaborate with Engineering to implement performance improvements.
• Monitor machine performance metrics and reduce downtime.
• Forecast labor requirements based on production plans.

Skills

Proven leadership and people management experience

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in computer systems, including Excel

Excellent communication skills

Strong commitment to safety and GMP

Job description

A leading food production company in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Senior Production Manager to enhance operational excellence in its production facilities. The role involves leading improvement initiatives, managing team performance, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have a strong leadership background in production, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Competitive benefits include a company bonus scheme, enhanced pension contributions, and private health insurance.