Assistant Production Manager

Assistant Production Manager

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Location : SE18, Woolwich, London.

About the Role

Our client is a well-established and respected business within the essential oils and food ingredients industry, with a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and sustainability.
Operating from a fast-paced manufacturing environment, they specialise in producing high-quality natural products used in the food, flavour, and fragrance sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative Production team within a company that values continuous improvement and professional development.
This role offers more than just a position as an Assistant Production Manager, it provides a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career, develop industry expertise, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Allocate and distribute work across the Production area
Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and assess daily production capacity
Order production consumables and essential supplies
Arrange plant and equipment (e.g. FLTs, pumps, packaging)
Coordinate and book transport for UK deliveries
Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure timely completion of goods for dispatch
Liaise with Logistics, Quality Control, and Stock departments to ensure smooth operations
Support the management of production staff, including performance, motivation, and attendance

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience within a food manufacturing environment
Experience supervising or managing staff, with readiness to step into a junior management role (10+ direct reports)
Strong people management skills, including performance and attendance management
Experience with BRC, HACCP, and HSE standards and xwzovoh audits
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments
Strong attention to detail with a logical and pragmatic approach to problem-solving
Valid FLT licence and experience
GCSEs (or equivalent) including minimum Grade 5/6 in English and Maths

What's on Offer

Competitive salary of £42,000 per annum
Stable Monday to Friday working hours (8am - 4pm)
Opportunity to join a growing and reputable business
Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression
Hands-on role with real impact from the outset