Production Manager

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Branston is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Manager to lead operational excellence at our Abernethy site. This senior, hands-on leadership role sits on the Site Management Team and is accountable for production performance, cost efficiency, quality standards, and team development.

You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, monitor key performance metrics, and foster a strong culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Analyse production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Lead initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality, and optimise resources
• Collaborate with Engineering and Technical teams to improve machine performance
• Improve packaging efficiency and crop utilisation

• Report on KPIs including giveaway, wastage, downtime, labour efficiency, and utilisation
• Support Health & Safety, GMP, SOP, and non-conformance investigations
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance updates

• Forecast labour requirements based on production plans
• Ensure shifts are appropriately resourced
• Provide Team Leader cover when required

• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams
• Conduct 1:1s, PDPs, and performance reviews
• Oversee onboarding and training programmes
• Develop succession plans and career pathways

• Take full accountability for production targets in productivity, quality, and safety
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement
• Champion Branstons values and ways of working

• Proven leadership experience in a production or food manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills with a data driven approach
• Proficiency in Excel and other reporting systems
• Excellent communication & motivation skills
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement

If you are a proven leader with a strong commitment to building a positive team culture while driving continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you!

• Discretionary performance-related bonus of up to 10%
• 4.5-day working week
• 34 days annual leave
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Up to 8 weeks company sick pay
• Private health insurance
• Critical illness cover
• Life assurance scheme
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Seasonal benefits, including Christmas hampers
• Free fruit and potatoes
• Free on-site parking