Production Manager

Production Manager

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Branston is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Manager to lead operational excellence at our Abernethy site. This senior, hands-on leadership role sits on the Site Management Team and is accountable for production performance, cost efficiency, quality standards, and team development.

You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, monitor key performance metrics, and foster a strong culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Performance & Continuous Improvement

Analyse production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

Lead initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality, and optimise resources

Collaborate with Engineering and Technical teams to improve machine performance

Improve packaging efficiency and crop utilisation

Reporting & Compliance

Report on KPIs including giveaway, wastage, downtime, labour efficiency, and utilisation

Support Health & Safety, GMP, SOP, and non-conformance investigations

Ensure accurate documentation and compliance updates

Labour Management & Planning

Forecast labour requirements based on production plans

Ensure shifts are appropriately resourced

Provide Team Leader cover when required

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and develop production teams

Conduct 1:1s, PDPs, and performance reviews

Oversee onboarding and training programmes

Develop succession plans and career pathways

Shift Accountability & Culture

Take full accountability for production targets in productivity, quality, and safety

Embed a culture of continuous improvement

Champion Branston’s values and ways of working

What we are looking for: 

Proven leadership experience in a production or food manufacturing environment

Strong analytical skills with a data driven approach

Proficiency in Excel and other reporting systems

Excellent communication & motivation skills

Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement 

If you are a proven leader with a strong commitment to building a positive team culture while driving continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you! 

What We Offer

At Branston, we recognise that our people make our operations possible. We regularly review our reward and benefits packages, and as a Production Manager you will be eligible for:

Discretionary performance-related bonus of up to 10%

4.5-day working week

34 days annual leave

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Up to 8 weeks’ company sick pay

Private health insurance

Critical illness cover

Life assurance scheme

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Seasonal benefits, including Christmas hampers

Free fruit and potatoes

Free on-site parking