Save JobEmail job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsProduction Manager Opportunity for an FMCG manufacturer in Greater ManchesterExcellent opportunity to work for a recognised and growing businessAbout Our ClientMichael Page is working with a Greater Manchester based FMCG business to recruit a Manufacturing Manager. One of Europe's leading manufacturer's in its field, this organisation produces the highest possible quality products to for many leading brands and supplies into major retailers across the UK and Europe.Job DescriptionYou will drive performance across quality, cost, safety, delivery and people.Day to day responsibilities will include:Manage, lead and mentor a team of c160 production staff through various direct reportsLead the site change process and promote a culture of "collectiveness", "teamwork" and "common goal" to drive continuous improvement within the departmentOversee all production operations including production plan adherence, labour planning and cost control, raw material planning and asset managementManage significant departmental budget including expenditure analysis, managing costs and monitoring productivity and unit cost to measure return on investmentEnsure engagement of team of drive KPIS and achieve targetsLiaise cross functionally with other departments and support across these where neededIdentify continuous improvement opportunities and propose and implement agreed improvement measuresManagement of processes to ensure company H&S and Quality policies are adhered toResponsibility for meeting and exceeding training requirements, identifying skill gaps and developing teamThe Successful ApplicantThe successful Production Manager will possess a range of the following:Experience working as a Production Manager within an FMCG manufacturing facilityDemonstrable leadership acumenExtensive change management experience with ability to keep workforce engagedAbility to communicate at all levels and to influence stakeholdersResults oriented with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budgetAbility to work effectively under pressure and quickly adapt to rapidly changing environmentsDemonstrable experience in implementing continuous improvement methods across siteExceptional work ethic, reliability and commitmentStrong analytical skills and keen attention to detailStrategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detailWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary and benefitsContactLeigh HolmshawQuote job refJN-112023-6242974Phone number+44 114 263 6014Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorProduction, ManufacturingSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationGreater ManchesterContract typePermanentConsultant nameLeigh HolmshawConsultant phone+44 114 263 6014Job referenceJN-112023-6242974