Production Manager / Operations Manager
Salary £50,000pa - £55,000pa + benefits
Location: Reading Contract type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Annual leave: 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
Bonus: Performance based annual bonus up to 15%
Pension: 5%
 
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Production Manager to lead, manage and develop production teams, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement across our clients site.
 
The ideal candidate will come from a fast-paced food manufacturing or FMCG production environment, with experience in high-volume processing operations and a strong understanding of quality and operational standards.
 
This company offers a clear pathway for progression into a more senior position within 1-2 years, as the company is strongly committed to retaining talent and developing people internally wherever possible.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop production leaders and team leaders, managing performance, absence and health & safety compliance.
• Oversee and optimise high-volume production line operations to ensure maximum efficiency and output.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and resolve production issues.
• Monitor and report on KPIs, recommending actions to improve efficiency and quality.
• Plan and coordinate production resources to meet targets and deadlines.
• Develop and manage budgets, controlling costs and productivity.

• Strong leadership, communication and team-building skills.
• Excellent analytical and organisational abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Customer-focused, proactive, and results-driven.

• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
• Up to 15% annual performance based bonus
• 5 % pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site parking