Production Manager

We’re looking for a collaborative and proactive individual to join us as a Production Manager, supporting the day-to-day running of our feed mill operations.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, leading and developing people, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting British agriculture and the success of our operations.

Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, working 5 out of 7 days

As Production Manager, you’ll support the coordination of site operations across people, plant, and processes to meet the needs of the business. You’ll play a key role in ensuring production runs smoothly, teams are supported, and high standards of safety, quality, and compliance are maintained. 

Working closely with the Site Operations Manager, you’ll be hands-on in the day-to-day management of the site, contributing to production planning, team development, and continuous improvement while building strong relationships across departments. 

Key Responsibilities Include:
•  Supporting a safe, compliant, and welcoming working environment for all site colleagues and visitors 
•  Assisting with production planning and ensuring high-quality products meet customer expectations 
•  Taking part in daily operations and maintaining a visible presence on site
•  Building strong working relationships across production, maintenance, transport, and office teams 
•  Supporting recruitment, training, and development of site colleagues 
•  Working with maintenance teams to ensure efficient and compliant plant operations 
•  Monitoring stock control, supporting stock takes, and resolving discrepancies 
•  Contributing to operational reporting and performance tracking
•  Driving continuous improvement and promoting best practice across the site

•  Experience in a production or manufacturing environment (agriculture or feed milling desirable) 
•  Strong understanding of Health & Safety and quality compliance
•  Experience supporting or leading operational teams
•  Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across departments
•  Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•  Passion for teamwork, continuous improvement, and delivering high standards

📈  Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5% 
🛍️  Up to 25% colleague discount in store 
🚗  Free parking on site 
🌴  33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
📚  Excellent training and development opportunities 
🪜  Plenty of career progression opportunities 
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦  Life Assurance 
🗣️  Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust 
🎁  Comprehensive colleague benefits
🚼  Enhanced Family Leave Policies
We may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.