Production/ Operations & Transport Manager

Protea Recruitment is excited to partner with a well-known Food/FMCG manufacturer in the Devon area to find a Production/Operations & Transport Manager. All successful candidates will receive a full and detailed job description. Whether you are already successfully in a similar role or ready for your next step up, I would love the opportunity to chat with you.

Salary: Up to £48k, DOE

We are looking for a strong leader who can manage and motivate teams, work towards KPIs, and has a solid understanding of quality, compliance, and safety standards. If you have a background in production and transport management and a passion for operational excellence, this role could be for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and inspire production teams and drivers to meet production and delivery schedules, quality KPIs, compliance, and safety goals.
• Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations to ensure orders are produced and dispatched on time and in full (OTIF) while adhering to transport laws and regulations.
• Maintenance Planning: Oversee the planning and execution of maintenance schedules to ensure the smooth running of production and transport operations.
• Performance Management: Monitor and assess key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement actions to achieve cost, quality, and safety objectives.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance standards are met, including transport compliance and driver management.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Resource Coordination: Coordinate resources to ensure effective coverage for holidays and control the overtime budget.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: Proven experience in production planning, project management, and team leadership, with at least 3 years managing direct reports.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and managerial abilities with a focus on motivating teams and driving performance.
• Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of transport laws and compliance would be beneficial, including health and safety regulations.
• Analytical Skills: Experience with budget management, cost control, and the ability to use various systems for manufacturing and transport compliance.
• Communication: Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing situations.

What's on Offer:

• Work Schedule: Full-time position, Monday to Friday although it is essential to be flexible around the needs of the business
• Salary: Competitive salary between £43,000 - £48,000 per annum.
• Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, company pension, private medical insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, free onsite parking, health and wellbeing programme, and more.

Work Location: In person

If you are ready to take on a leadership role with a leading Food/FMCG manufacturer and make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply. Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence! 

Please note that all successful candidates will receive a comprehensive job description.

Please submit your application and we will aim to get in touch with you within 48hrs.

Lead Recruiter: Gareth Steedman

Contact: 0131 378 5870