Production Manager- Backshift

We are recruiting an experienced Backshift Production Manager to lead all production activities across a busy, fast‑paced food manufacturing site. This is a key operational leadership role responsible for delivering shift performance, managing teams, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across high‑care and high‑risk areas. The successful candidate will be a confident people manager with strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and a proven ability to deliver results in demanding FMCG environments. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage production teams and supervisors across the backshift, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations. * Deliver daily production targets, labour planning and resource allocation aligned with production scheduling. * Maintain high standards of GMP, food safety, allergen control and hygiene across all areas. * Monitor and report on shift KPIs, driving improvements in output, waste, efficiency and performance. * Conduct investigations, manage performance issues and support disciplinary processes where required. * Work closely with Technical, Engineering, Planning and HR to ensure smooth shift operations. * Support internal and external audits, ensuring the shift is always audit‑ready. * Deliver training, coaching and capability development for team leaders and operatives. * Champion a positive, safe and inclusive working environment. Candidate Requirements * Experience as a Production Manager, Shift Manager, Backshift Manager, or senior supervisor within food manufacturing or FMCG. * Strong people leadership skills with experience managing large teams. * Knowledge of food safety compliance, GMP and H&S standards. * Confident decision‑maker with the ability to remain calm under pressure. * Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across departments. * Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach. * Experience working in high‑care / high‑risk environments (advantageous). What’s on Offer * A key leadership role within a growing food manufacturing business * Opportunity to shape backshift performance and team capability * Strong progression potential into senior operational roles * Competitive salary + benefits package