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Production Manager - FMCG/Food Packaging
Job in
Basingstoke, Hampshire County, RG21, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
Thrive International
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
PRODUCTION MANAGER – FMCG / FOOD PACKING
LOCATION:
Basingstoke, Hampshire
SALARY: £40,000 Base
REFERENCE: IM26014
a fantastic company in Basingstoke who are looking to grow their team. They are an established and growing production operation whereas a production manager you will lead a four-line manufacturing and co-packing operation combining semi-automated and automated processes across two shifts.
This is a great opportunity for you to thrive in structured, fast-paced environment - taking pride in driving labour productivity, machine performance, and operational accountability.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for production delivery, quality standards, maintenance coordination, training compliance, and people leadership across the site’s sleeving and co-packing operation
You will lead Shift Leaders, QA Operatives, Maintenance Technicians and Line Leaders, ensuring production plans are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time in full.
You will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and consistent production output across four production lines (semi-automated and automated) operating on two shift patterns. The role is heavily focused on labour efficiency, units per hour, and optimal machine performance.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, performance-driven operation where leadership, structure and measurable results are valued.
If you are an experienced Production Manager ready to take full operational ownership in a fast-paced environment, we would welcome your application.
THE PERSON
To succeed in this role you will need to have the following skills and experience:
* Proven experience managing multi-line production operations
* Strong background in labour efficiency and productivity improvement
* Experience working with automated machinery
* Confident decision-maker with strong operational presence
* Data-driven, process-focused and highly organised
* Experienced in leading supervisors and cross-functional teams
SALARY
£40,000 Base + Standard Company Benefits
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