Production Manager

Ref: AS9597637

Plymouth, UK

£51,000

• Permanent
• Operational Efficiency Expert
• Quality Assurance Specialist
• Lean Implementation Achiever

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Production Manager with an impressive background in food manufacturing. Having progressed through roles from Production Assistant to Production Supervisor over four years, they have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and demands of the sector. Their approach seamlessly blends operational efficiency, stringent compliance with health and safety, and a keen focus on quality assurance and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Notably committed to elevating production standards and team performance, they thrive in roles requiring strategic insight and strong leadership in collaborative settings.

What makes them great?

• Lean Implementation: Successfully drove a 15% reduction in waste through the strategic application of Lean principles in production processes.
• Culture of Excellence: Championed right-first-time practices leading to a 20% reduction in non-conformance reports, enhancing production line standards and compliance.
• Collaborative Leadership: Established strong communication links among production, maintenance, and logistics teams, significantly minimizing production downtime.

Areas of expertise

• Operational Efficiency and Lean Management: Skilled in applying lean principles to reduce waste and enhance production processes, achieving significant efficiency improvements.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Proficient in leading quality assurance efforts, establishing rigorous standards that ensure product safety and consistency.
• Team Leadership and Training: Effective communicator and leader with experience managing cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.