Production Manager

This is a Production Manager role based in Bournemouth, recruited by DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply for an FMCG/Manufacturing company in Dorset. Offering £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, the position is essential to maintaining high-quality standards, ensuring smooth workflows and achieving production targets. Key responsibilities include directing and supporting production staff through training and daily supervision, identifying and nurturing talent, and managing an additional seasonal workforce during peak production months. The successful candidate will also coordinate with Quality Control and Technical departments to uphold quality standards, and work with Warehouse and Supply Chain teams to manage stock levels and prevent delays.

DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply has been engaged to recruit a Production Manager for a FMCG/Manufacturing company based in Dorset. You will be essential to maintaining high-quality standards, ensuring smooth workflows, and achieving production targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

The Production Manager will play a critical role in identifying and nurturing talent within the company. They will direct and support production staff, including training, daily supervision, and fostering a positive, productive work environment.

Peak Season and Temporary Workforce Management:

This role requires excellent workforce planning skills, as the successful candidate will be responsible for effectively managing an additional seasonal workers during peak production months.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure products meet customer and company standards by coordinating with Quality Control and Technical departments to uphold high-quality standards.

Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:

Work closely with the Warehouse and Supply Chain teams to ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available, managing stock levels and preventing delays.

Process Improvement:

Identify areas for efficiency improvement, implement Lean or similar methodologies, and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

Efficiency & Cost Control:

Work closely with senior leadership to implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and efficiency in production.

Crisis Management & Problem Solving:

Quickly identify and address production challenges, implementing contingency plans when necessary.

Health & Safety Compliance:

Maintain a safe and organised production environment, enforce health and safety regulations, and ensure machinery and equipment are properly maintained.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

Track key performance indicators (KPIs), prepare daily and monthly production reports, and communicate updates to senior management.