Factory Operations Manager

Talent Group are working with an established and growing food manufacturing business who are seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to lead production operations at its Dorset facility.

This is a key leadership role responsible for the day-to-day management of a fast paced fresh food production site, overseeing cutting, packing, value added production and dispatch operations while driving performance, efficiency and the highest food safety standards.

The business is entering an exciting phase of operational development with investment into systems, processes and infrastructure, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced production leader to shape and strengthen site performance.

Fresh Food Production | Dorset | On Site | Up to £70,000The RoleYou will take full responsibility for the leadership and performance of the factory operation, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and in line with customer demand.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will help drive operational improvements, develop the production team and implement robust processes across the site.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading daily production operations including cutting, packing, value added product preparation and dispatch

Ensuring production schedules are delivered efficiently and to the highest quality standards

Driving improvements across yield, productivity, labour utilisation and waste reduction`

Maintaining strong coordination across intake, processing and distribution

Ensuring full compliance with food safety and hygiene standards including BRC and HACCP

Leading, developing and motivating production supervisors and operational teams

Driving continuous improvement across production processes and site performance

Supporting the implementation of operational systems and production processes

Maintaining a strong health and safety culture across the factory environment

About YouYou will be an experienced Factory Manager, Production Manager or Operations Manager with a background in fast paced food manufacturing.

You will bring strong operational leadership, a hands on management style and a track record of improving performance within production environments.

Your experience may include:

Fresh or chilled food manufacturing

Fresh produce processing environments

High volume FMCG food production

Value added product manufacturing

Leading large production teams within structured operational environments

You will also demonstrate:

Strong leadership and team development capability

A practical and hands on operational approach

Deep understanding of food safety, hygiene and quality standards

Strong operational and commercial awareness

Experience driving efficiency and performance improvement across production operations

The OpportunityThis role requires someone on site full time, and will play a key role in shaping production operations, strengthening site performance and leading a committed team. On offer is the opportunity to join a growing food business during an important stage of operational growth and development.

Talent Group are committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We review all applicants on equal merit and we do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.

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Salary: GBP 65000 - 70000 per year
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