K.A.G. Recruitment Consultancy Ltd
K.A.G Recruitment are delighted to bring you a new and exclusive opportunity for a Production Manager to join our client, one of Europe's leading privately-owned food processors, at their site in Glasgow.
Position: Production Manager
Location: Glasgow (G33)
Salary: £45 – £50,000 (DOE)
Hours: 5 over 6 days, core business hours either dayshift or backshift – with flexibility in line with business needs
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Purpose of the Role
You will be responsible for all aspects of production within the retail room, including ownership of line performance, output targets, OEE, labour efficiency, yields, giveaway, downtime management and GMP. The role also oversees the integration of the Butchery, Mince Room and Debag areas, focusing on the performance and control of the finished product lines.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the full production performance of the production hall, including line outputs, shift targets and quality.
- Monitor and drive improvements in OEE, yield, giveaway and labour efficiency.
- Ensure daily production schedules are met through effective resource planning and machine utilisation.
- Collaborate with the Butchery, Mince Room and Debag areas to ensure a steady flow of product into production lines.
- Lead performance reviews, root cause investigations and downtime tracking.
- Ensure traceability, GMP, allergen control and food safety compliance.
- Mentor and develop the Assistant Manager and Line Leaders to build a strong team and succession pipeline.
- Use daily data and systems, including Innova, PI, Piranha and Shire, to monitor and report on KPIs.
- Represent the area in daily review meetings and work closely with Planning, Engineering and Technical teams.
- Ensure OTIF service levels are consistently delivered to customers.
Skills & Qualifications
You will have excellent spoken and written English, strong numeracy skills and a high attention to detail. You will be an effective leader and motivator, with the ability to learn quickly, adapt to change and support the development of others.
A Food Hygiene qualification equivalent to Level 3 and HACCP certification are essential.
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