Joining IPS as a Production Manager, you will be responsible for the management of the Co-pack Operation to meet planned volume and commercial targets in accordance with Quality and Safety standards.You will be a role model for best practice at all times and through innovation deliver cost savings and provide support to the site.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hour week.

Key Duties of a Production Manager:

• Primary point of contact with the Customer.
• Effectively maximise production efficiency to ensure plan is met on an hourly/daily basis.
• Motivate a team of people to meet production targets.
• Ensure the final product meets client specifications.
• Utilise the onsite Warehouse Management systems.
• Adhere to and promote best practice in accordance with company health, safety and quality regulations.
• Ensure all paperwork and systems are completed and accurate in accordance with company procedures.
• Ensure that all areas comply with hygienic audits, both internal and external.
• Ensure GMP (good manufacturing practices) and housekeeping (clean as you go) are strictly adhered to.
• Assist in the development of a skills matrix for all production workers.
• Attend Line Leader meetings, and relevant training courses, as and when required.
• Identify and develop Line Leaders to promote success planning.
• Training and development of new starters.
• Be a role model for best practice.
• Monitor, control and minimise waste.
• Play an active part in continuous improvement.