Production Manager - Meat Free

Production Manager - Meat Free
On behalf of my client, I am recruiting for a Production Manager - Meat Free.
The successful candidate will report to the Operations Lead and will be responsible for the establishment and operation of the Meat Free Production facility for the organization’s current and future range of meat free products.
Key Responsibilities:
• Planning / production scheduling with implementation, control and review of the schedule
• Determine the human/material resources required & manage same to meet production targets
• Make decisions regarding equipment use & ensure adherence to maintenance schedules
• Devise and implement & ensure adherence to standard operating procedures for production operations
• Participate in internal / external audits (BRC, customer audits etc.) and ensure Quality & Health and Safety standards are always adhered to
• Set / monitor product quality standards: analyse production and quality controls to detect and correct problems
• Implement and enforce quality control and tracking programs to meet quality objectives
• Implement and development Lean Manufacturing processes
• Monitor and review the performance of staff and organize necessary interventions for improvement, whilst ensuring a structured approach to Continuous Improvement
• Estimate production costs/set production budgets / manage production budgets/implement cost control programs
• Ensure efficient collaboration and co-ordination between relevant departments including procurement, distribution and management.
Qualifications/Experience:
• Third level degree in one of the following areas: Food science or similar, Business admin, Management or Engineering
• 5+ years senior production management experience within the food industry
• Knowledge and experience in fresh food production, manufacturing processes and techniques
• Knowledge of raw materials / quality systems and standards
• Knowledge of Lean management and continuous improvement techniques
• Knowledge of business, finance and management principles
• Knowledge of human resource principles and practices / health and safety standards and compliance
• Excellent communication skills & computer literate