Production Manager

Production Manager (4 on 4 off)

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Location: Near Glasgow
Salary: Up to £48,000 + Benefits
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Early & Back Shift Rotation)
Ready to take the next step in your production leadership career?
We're partnering with a successful and growing food manufacturing business near Glasgow that is looking to appoint an experienced Production Manager to join its leadership team. Following continued investment and increasing customer demand, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving performance across a busy and well-established manufacturing site.
If you're passionate about leading teams, improving processes, and delivering operational excellence, this could be the perfect next move.
What's in it for you?
Salary up to £48,000
Attractive 4 on 4 off shift pattern (Early & Back Shift Rotation) offering excellent work-life balance
Join a respected and expanding food manufacturing business
Opportunity to make a real impact within a key leadership role
Supportive environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and employee development
The Opportunity
As Production Manager, you'll lead and inspire a shift-based production team, ensuring safety, quality, service, and efficiency targets are consistently achieved.
You'll be at the heart of the operation, driving performance, developing talent, and identifying opportunities to improve productivity across the factory floor.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing production team
Deliver operational targets across safety, quality, cost and service
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
Monitor and analyse KPIs, implementing corrective actions where required
Manage labour planning to meet production demands effectively
Coach and support Supervisors and Team Leaders to maximise team performance
Promote a positive, engaged and accountable team culture
About You
We're keen to speak with ambitious production leaders who can bring energy, drive and strong people management skills to the role. xwzovoh
You'll ideally have:
Previous experience as a Production Supervisor, Shift Manager, Shift Supervisor or Production Manager
Experience within food manufacturing or a similar fast-paced production environment
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
A good understanding of food safety, quality and operational compliance standards
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
The ability to thrive in a KPI-driven manufacturing environment
Apply Today
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that values its people, invests in its operations, and offers genuine opportunities to make a difference. If you're looking for your next challenge in food manufacturing leadership, we'd love to hear from you.