Manufacturing Manager

Location: London
Overview: Ready to take ownership of a growing production operation?
We’re working exclusively with an exciting food and hospitality business that is looking for a Production Manager to take charge of its busy production operation and help shape what comes next.
This is a hands-on role with real scope to make an impact across production, people, quality, equipment, processes and continuous improvement.

Why this role?
The business is growing quickly, and the production operation needs to grow with it.
You’ll be responsible for keeping the operation running smoothly today, while looking ahead at how to improve capacity, efficiency, systems, equipment and processes for tomorrow.
It’s a role for someone who enjoys being close to the action, solving problems on the floor, improving ways of working and turning ideas into practical results.

What will you be doing?
You’ll take ownership of a broad production remit, including:

• Managing the day-to-day production operation, people and planning.
• Ensuring products are produced safely, consistently and to the required quality.
• Monitoring productivity, yield, waste, downtime and capacity.
• Leading food safety, HACCP, hygiene, traceability and quality controls.
• Driving continuous improvement across processes, efficiency and waste.
• Identifying opportunities to introduce new technology, equipment and automation.
• Managing equipment, maintenance, servicing and breakdowns.
• Leading production trials and supporting new product development.
• Taking projects from initial idea through to implementation.
• Working with suppliers, contractors and internal teams to deliver improvements.
• Planning future capacity as the business continues to expand.
• Leading, coaching and developing the production team.

About the business
Our client is a growing food and hospitality business with an established presence and ambitious plans for expansion.
Their production operation is a key part of the wider business, and they are continuing to invest in people, processes, equipment and technology to support future growth.
This is a great opportunity to join a business where you can genuinely influence how things are done and see the impact of your work.

What are they looking for?
Essential

• Previous experience as a Production Manager or in a similar food manufacturing role.
• Strong knowledge of food production, food safety and quality.
• Experience managing production teams and day-to-day operations.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and health & safety.
• Experience improving processes, efficiency, yield and waste.
• Experience delivering production or equipment projects.
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of productivity, yield and cost.
• Confident people leader with the ability to coach and develop a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and changing environment.

What’s in it for you?

• £60,000 - £65,000 + 15% bonus
• Competitive package
• The opportunity to take ownership of a growing production operation.
• Genuine scope to influence processes, systems and future capacity.
• Exposure to automation, new equipment and continuous improvement projects.
• A hands-on role where you can make a visible impact.
• The chance to join a business with ambitious plans for continued growth.

Why speak to True North Talent?
We're specialists in food and drink manufacturing recruitment, so we understand the production, technical, quality and operational landscape you're working in.
If you're a Production Manager looking for your next challenge, with the opportunity to make a real impact and help shape a growing operation, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. 

Interested?
If you have the desired experience, please send your CV quoting ref IC/TNT/3388, or call 0161 399 1575 / 0744 7735 175 for a confidential discussion.

We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.
We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.


 

Location: Lincolnshire
Overview: This is a great opportunity for an experienced Hygiene Supervisor/Hygiene Team Leader to join a well-established food manufacturing business at a large multi-factory site in Lincolnshire.

Shifts: Tuesday - Saturday 9:30pm - 6:30am

Working within the fresh food operation, you’ll report into the Group Hygiene Manager and take responsibility for leading the hygiene function throughout the night shift. You’ll have 2 Hygiene Team Leaders reporting directly into you, with a wider team of around 10 Hygiene Operatives.

This is a hands-on leadership position where you’ll have real ownership of hygiene standards, team performance and continuous improvement across the operation.

About you…

• Previous hygiene experience within a food/FMCG manufacturing environment, ideally at Supervisor or Team Leader level.
• Strong people-management skills with experience leading, coaching and developing hygiene teams.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, chemical safety and hygiene best practice.
• As Hygiene Supervisor, you will have experience conducting hygiene audits and driving improvements against hygiene KPIs.
• Confident working independently and making decisions, particularly as you may be one of the most senior people onsite during the night shift.
• Strong communication and cross-functional working skills, with a practical and hands-on approach.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the night hygiene operation and ensuring the factory consistently meets required food safety, customer and business standards.
• Managing and developing the Hygiene Team Leaders and wider hygiene team, ensuring cleaning activities are completed safely, effectively and on time.
• Monitoring and auditing hygiene performance, identifying areas for improvement and driving standards beyond basic compliance.
• Ensuring the correct use of chemicals, equipment and resources while maintaining strong health & safety standards.
• As Hygiene Supervisor, you will be working closely with other departments across site to ensure hygiene supports the wider production operation.
• Managing team performance, hours and holidays through TMS and supporting longer-term hygiene planning.
• Taking responsibility for key decisions during the night shift, including stopping operations where hygiene or safety standards are not being met.

So, what can they offer you?
You’ll be joining an established food manufacturing business where hygiene, food safety and continuous improvement are central to the operation. This role offers genuine responsibility and autonomy, with the opportunity to lead a sizeable team and have a real influence on standards across the factory.
You’ll also be part of a larger multi-factory site and wider group, providing plenty of exposure and scope to continue developing your career within hygiene and site leadership.

We are keen to speak with Hygiene Supervisors, Hygiene Team Leaders, Hygiene Shift Managers and Senior Hygiene Team Leaders based within Lincolnshire and surrounding areas, including Lincoln, Sleaford, Grantham, Newark, Boston and Gainsborough.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re DW/TNT/3363 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944183 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. The company cannot offer sponsorship. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: North-West London
Overview: We are seeking an experienced and driven Continuous Improvement Manager to join a leading food manufacturing business in London. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you'll take ownership of the site's Continuous Improvement strategy, driving Operational Excellence and embedding a culture of Lean Manufacturing across the business.

As a key member of the Leadership Team, you'll work cross functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Technical, Production, Finance and HR to improve safety, quality, service, cost and people performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands on CI professional who thrives on delivering measurable improvements, leading change and developing teams to achieve operational excellence.

About you…

• Proven experience delivering Continuous Improvement programmes within a food manufacturing or fast paced FMCG environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence and structured problem-solving methodologies, including Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys and Process Mapping.
• The Continuous Improvement Manager will have experience leading cross-functional improvement projects and embedding sustainable cultural change.
• Highly analytical with strong data interpretation skills and advanced Microsoft Excel capability.
• Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the business.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the site's Continuous Improvement strategy, ensuring projects align with business objectives and deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Driving Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence initiatives across all departments to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost and people performance.
• Leading structured problem-solving workshops using Lean tools such as Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, Standard Work and Visual Management.
• Analysing operational data and KPIs to identify performance gaps, waste reduction opportunities and productivity improvements.
• Managing cross-functional improvement and transformation projects from concept through to implementation, ensuring benefits are delivered and sustained.
• Developing performance dashboards, reporting progress to the Leadership Team and building robust business cases for improvement initiatives.
• As Continuous Improvement Manager, you will be coaching managers and teams to develop Continuous Improvement capability and embed a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Building strong working relationships across Engineering, Supply Chain, Technical, Finance, HR and Operations to drive collaboration and continuous improvement across the site.

So, what can they offer you?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing food manufacturing business where Continuous Improvement is at the heart of its operational strategy.

You'll become a key member of the Leadership Team with genuine influence over the site's future direction, leading business wide improvement initiatives that deliver tangible operational and financial benefits. The business is committed to investing in its people, systems and processes, providing the autonomy and support needed to make a real impact.

Whether your passion lies in Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, change management or developing high-performing teams, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a busy manufacturing site while progressing your own career within a successful and ambitious organisation.

We are keen to speak with experienced Continuous Improvement Managers, Operational Excellence Managers, Lean Managers, CI Managers, Manufacturing Excellence Managers, Lean Six Sigma Managers, Operational Improvement Managers, Project Managers or Operations Managers from the food manufacturing or FMCG sectors who are based in London, Croydon, Dartford, Bromley, Watford, Enfield, Slough, St Albans, Chelmsford or the surrounding areas.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting ref JO/TNT/3318 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: South Yorkshire
Overview: We are recruiting an experienced and hands-on Production Manager to join a well-established food manufacturing business specialising in fresh meat processing. Reporting directly to the Factory Manager, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day butchery operation, leading production teams to deliver exceptional standards of food safety, quality, efficiency, and customer service.

This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining compliance with UK food legislation, BRCGS standards, HACCP principles, and retailer requirements. You'll play a vital role in developing people, driving continuous improvement, maximising yields, and creating a culture where safety, quality, and operational excellence come first.

About you…

• The successful Production Manager will be Food Safety Level 3 or 4 qualified with HACCP Level 3 as a minimum.
• Proven experience leading production within a meat processing or butchery environment.
• Strong knowledge of meat yields, cutting specifications, labour planning, and cost control.
• Excellent understanding of BRCGS, HACCP, GMP, UK food legislation, and retailer standards.
• Experience working with major UK retailers would be highly advantageous.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the daily butchery and packing operations to deliver production plans safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
• Managing Production Supervisors and production teams, ensuring high performance through coaching, development, and accountability.
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, legal, and customer requirements, including BRCGS, HACCP, Red Tractor, and retailer standards.
• As Production Manager, you will be driving labour planning, productivity, and cost control to meet operational and budgetary targets.
• Monitoring production performance through KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Promoting excellent GMP, hygiene, and food safety standards while maintaining audit readiness at all times.
• Managing raw material usage to minimise waste and maximise yield in line with production plans.
• Deputising for the Factory Manager when required and supporting wider site operational objectives.

So, what can they offer you?
An opportunity to join a successful and growing food manufacturing business where quality, innovation, and operational excellence are at the heart of everything they do.

You'll become part of an experienced leadership team with genuine autonomy to shape production performance, develop people, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. The business is committed to investing in both its people and facilities, offering an environment where your ideas are valued and your contribution will make a real difference.

Whether your passion lies in developing high-performing teams, improving manufacturing efficiency, or delivering exceptional customer standards, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career within a business that continues to invest and grow.

We are keen to speak with experienced Production Managers, Butchery Managers, Meat Production Managers, Production Shift Managers, Operations Managers, Factory Managers, or Manufacturing Managers from the food manufacturing or fresh meat processing sectors who are based in York, Leeds, Doncaster, Hull, Wakefield, Sheffield, Scunthorpe, Lincoln, Harrogate, or the surrounding areas.

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re JO/TNT/3287 or call 0161 399 1575 / 07830 944145 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.
 

Location: Greater Manchester
Overview: Are you a strong leader with a passion for food manufacturing? Do you thrive in fast paced manufacturing environments? Are you keen to develop yourself and others? If you are then this role is perfect for you! 

Shift Pattern: 8-hour shifts. 

About You:
•    Strong leadership experience within a fast-paced environment. 
•    Strong ability to coach and develop direct reports.
•    Experience working within FMCG/Manufacturing.
•    The Production Supervisor will need experience using MS Office and SAP. 

What will you be doing?
•    Leading, managing and developing the team. 
•    Ensure the efficient and effective running of the production lines. 
•    As Production Supervisor, you will be driving continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality. 
•    Ensure conformance with HSE legislation and company policy. 

What can they offer you?
My client is a well-respected food manufacturing company with a strong reputation for quality. They are keen on providing progression and development opportunities, champion a good work/life balance and give autonomy for you to use your experience within the business. 

We are seeking applications from talented Production Supervisors, Shift Supervisors and Production Team Leaders or Team Managers who live within Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Manchester, Rochdale, Preston, Blackburn and the surrounding areas. 

How to Apply
If you have the desired qualifications and experience, please send your CV quoting re BG/TNT/3236 or call 0161 399 1575 for a confidential discussion.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

Location: United Kingdom
Overview: Our client is looking for an experienced Interim Maintenance Manager, who can manage a team of engineers, oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, and ensure the effective delivery of both reactive and planned maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead and coordinate day-to-day maintenance operations across facilities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient performance
•    Manage reactive and planned preventative maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and disruption
•    Control maintenance budgets, approve expenditure, and identify cost-saving opportunities

Requirements:
•    Engineering qualification
•    Food manufacturing experience 
  
The Offering:
Day Rate, dependant on experience, plus expenses. 

We are seeking applications from experienced Maintenance Managers, Engineering Managers or Facilities Managers.

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.

Location: UK
Overview: We are seeking an Interim Warehouse Manager to play a fundamental role in an established food and drink manufacturing organisation. Your vision and strong leadership will play a key role in their expanding operations.

The Candidate:
-    Strong leadership in optimising Warehouse Operations in an FMCG environment  
•    Striving to constantly achieve customer service delivery.
•    Opportunities to use your experience and grow your expertise.

The Role:
•    Guarantee strict adherence to environmental, health and safety, legal, and company standards.
•    Leverage Warehouse Management Systems for optimal work force utilisation.
•    Recruit, train, and develop staff in line with company ethos.
•    Promptly address service issues and escalate as needed.
•    Establish and maintain successful relations with other teams on site.

The Offering:
Day Rate, dependant on experience, plus expenses.

We are seeking applications from Warehouse Operations Managers, Warehouse & Logistics Managers, Distribution Centre Managers, Warehouse & Inventory Managers or Warehouse Shift Managers

True North Talent is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to the food manufacturing and FMCG industries. Our teams of specialist recruiters operate across food manufacturing Operations Jobs, food manufacturing Engineering jobs, food manufacturing Technical jobs, food manufacturing NPD jobs, food manufacturing Supply Chain jobs and food manufacturing Commercial jobs. We may hold your data, as per our privacy policy detailed on our website.

We are only able to consider candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact successful applicants.