Production manager

Production Manager

Mid-Kent | £43,000 - £53,000 DOE + 5% Bonus

Rochester

Are you a strong people leader looking for an opportunity to shape culture, build leadership capability and drive performance within a growing FMCG manufacturing business?

Adecco is recruiting for a Production Manager to lead a team of Shift Leaders and production staff within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a highly visible leadership role focused on developing people, improving accountability and supporting ambitious growth plans.

As a key leader within the business, you will also become a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to strategic decision-making and helping shape the future direction of the operation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach and develop Shift Leaders and production teams

Build a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement

Drive operational performance, productivity and KPI achievement

Ensure compliance with BRC, food safety and health & safety standards

Support production planning and customer order fulfilment

Work closely with Operations, Technical and Supply Chain teams

Contribute to business improvement projects, including ERP implementation

Develop talent and succession plans to strengthen future leadership capability

Play an active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team

About You

Proven leadership experience within food, beverage or FMCG manufacturing

Strong people management and coaching skills

Experience leading teams across shift-based operations

Passion for developing others and raising performance standards

Knowledge of BRC, quality and compliance

requirements

Continuous improvement mindset with a hands-on leadership approach

Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving abilitiesPackage & Benefits

£43,000 - £53,000 DOE

Up to 5% performance bonus

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

Clear opportunities for progression within the business

Free parking

Long service awards

Company social events and team celebrations

Opportunity to join the Senior Leadership TeamWhy Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business that is investing in its people, systems and future growth. You'll have the chance to influence company culture, develop future leaders, contribute to strategic decisions as part of the SLT and play a key role in the continued success of the operation.

If you're a people-first leader who enjoys coaching teams, driving accountability and creating a high-performing culture, we'd love to hear from you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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