Northampton, England, United Kingdom
Experienced Production Manager delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Skilled in optimising processes, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring on-time, on-budget production. Focused on efficiency, continuous improvement, and driving operational excellence.
Oversaw daily production operations to ensure output targets, efficiency, and quality standards were consistently met. Planned, scheduled, and monitored production activities to optimize labour, machine capacity, and material usage. Implemented lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve workflow. Led problem-solving during production stoppages, equipment issues, and process deviations. Ensured all production processes complied with HACCP, and internal food safety policies. Conducted routine inspections and audits to maintain hygiene, sanitation, and product quality. Collaborated with QA teams to investigate non-conformities and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Monitored records and ensured proper documentation was maintained. Supervised, coached, and evaluated production staff across multiple shifts. Delivered training on SOPs, safety procedures, and quality standards. Fostered a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Analysed production KPIs to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements. Optimised production line setups, changeovers, and resource allocation. Led cost-saving initiatives around raw materials, labour efficiency, and energy usage. Ensured compliance with workplace health and safety regulations and company policies. Conducted risk assessments and implemented safety controls to reduce accidents and hazards. Facilitated safety meetings and incident investigations. Coordinated with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure the timely availability of raw materials and packaging. Managed stock levels, monitored usage, and minimised inventory wastage. Ensured accurate production reporting and traceability. Prepared daily/weekly production reports for senior management. Communicated production targets, operational issues, and improvement recommendations to cross-functional teams. Contributed to strategic planning for capacity expansion and new product introductions.
Led and trained teams, focusing on the effective onboarding and development of new starters, ensuring they could carry out their roles efficiently. Organised shift schedules and provided leadership, ensuring smooth operations and solving any issues that arose during the shift. Managed the preparation and loading of transport for dispatch, ensuring all goods were prepared in line with operational requirements. Adhered to hygiene regulations and standards to maintain a safe and clean working environment. Responsible for grading beef to specification for orders, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Organised daily orders from inventory lists, prioritising tasks based on urgency and availability of stock, ensuring optimal workflow. Briefed team members on daily priorities, time commitments, and any operational constraints to ensure efficient task execution. Led beef cutting and preparation, ensuring all products were processed to specific requirements and specifications. Operated industrial beef carving machinery, ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times. Provided ongoing training to staff, ensuring they met all safety and operational requirements for safe practices.
Performed a variety of labouring duties, including road crossing, digging trial holes, and installing silt netting to ensure smooth project operations. Completed necessary training and obtained certifications in ADT (Articulated Dump Truck), FWT (Forward Tipping Dumper), and road roller operations. Progressed to a Plant Operator role, efficiently operating machinery to complete daily tasks and projects as directed by the foreman. As a Storeman, took responsibility for the distribution of all plant equipment, tools, PPE, signage, and other materials, ensuring proper tracking and inventory control. Managed the booking in and out of materials, tools, and equipment, ensuring the correct allocation of resources to the relevant teams and tasks.
Led and trained teams, focusing on the effective onboarding and development of new starters, ensuring they could carry out their roles efficiently. Organised shift schedules and provided leadership, ensuring smooth operations and solving any issues that arose during the shift. Managed the preparation and loading of transport for dispatch, ensuring all goods were prepared in line with operational requirements. Adhered to hygiene regulations and standards to maintain a safe and clean working environment. Responsible for grading beef to specification for orders, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Organised daily orders from inventory lists, prioritising tasks based on urgency and availability of stock, ensuring optimal workflow. Briefed team members on daily priorities, time commitments, and any operational constraints to ensure efficient task execution. Led beef cutting and preparation, ensuring all products were processed to specific requirements and specifications. Operated industrial beef carving machinery, ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times. Provided ongoing training to staff, ensuring they met all safety and operational requirements for safe practices.