Location
Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
Industry sector
Facilities
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
25/09/2026
Closing date
23/10/2026
Production Manager (Food)
Location: Coulman Road, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Salary : Up to £50K dependent on experience
Vacancy Type: Permanent
A Production Managerin food manufacturing will oversee the daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards.
Production Operations
* Supervise daily production activities on the floor.
* Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met.
* Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed.
* Reduce downtime and improve productivity.
Food Safety & Quality Compliance
Ensure compliance with:
* HACCP
* GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
* FDA / local food regulations
* ISO / FSSC standards (if applicable)
* Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs (Critical Control Points)
* Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams
Team Management
* Supervise line leaders and production staff and Dispatch Operations.
* Conduct shift briefings.
* Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures.
* Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues.
Inventory & Materials Control
* Coordinate raw material availability.
* Minimise waste and product loss.
* Monitor packaging material usage.
* Ensure outload of materials are conducted in a timely manner to achieve on time in full KPIs.
Equipment & Maintenance
* Ensure machinery is operating properly.
* Coordinate preventive maintenance.
* Report breakdowns and reduce production delays.
* Report shortages predicted to enable this to be managed with customers.
Reporting & Documentation
* Maintain production reports.
* Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, OTIS, waste).
* Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries.
* Manage 121s for direct line reports.
Required Skills
* Knowledge of food safety regulations.
* Leadership & people management.
* Problem-solving under pressure.
* Understanding of production & dispatch planning.
* Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
* Good communication skills.
Educational Background
* Bachelor's degree in Food Science
* Food Technology
* Industrial Engineering
* Manufacturing/Production Engineering
* 3-5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations.
Shifts are the following :
Monday to Friday
Occasional weekend work during peak seasons
Shifts:
40 hours per week with one hour for lunch unpaid
Rotating:
08.30 - 17.30 Week 1
11.00 - 20.00 Week 2
15.00 - Finish (1am usually) Week 3
When working 15.00 onwards shift allowance of £100 will be provided per week.
CMI / ILM Level 3 / 5 qualification post 6 months service with huge development opportunities.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.