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Production Manager

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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£38k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Production Leader
Salary: Circa £40,000pa
Location: Northfleet
Contract type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Annual leave: 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
Bonus: Performance based annual bonus up to 15%
Pension: 5%

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Production Leader to lead and develop production teams, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement across our clients site.

The ideal candidate will come from a fast-paced FMCG, Food or Textile background production environment, with experience in high-volume processing operations and a strong understanding of quality and operational standards.

This company offers a clear pathway for progression into a more senior position within 1-2 years, as the company is strongly committed to retaining talent and developing people internally wherever possible.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop production leaders and team leaders, managing performance, absence and health & safety compliance.
Oversee and optimise high-volume production line operations to ensure maximum efficiency and output.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and resolve production issues.
Monitor and report on KPIs, recommending actions to improve efficiency and quality.
Plan and coordinate production resources to meet targets and deadlines.
Develop and manage budgets, controlling costs and productivity.
Skills & Experience

FMCG, Food Production, Food Retail or Linen/Textile Sector
Strong leadership, communication and team-building skills.
Excellent analytical and organisational abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Customer-focused, proactive, and results-driven.
Other benefits:

25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
Up to 15% annual performance based bonus
5 % pension
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
On-site parking

Reference: 225283510

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CV-Library

Production Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
£38k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Production Leader
Salary: Circa £40,000pa
Location: Northfleet
Contract type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Annual leave: 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
Bonus: Performance based annual bonus up to 15%
Pension: 5%

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Production Leader to lead and develop production teams, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement across our clients site.

The ideal candidate will come from a fast-paced FMCG, Food or Textile background production environment, with experience in high-volume processing operations and a strong understanding of quality and operational standards.

This company offers a clear pathway for progression into a more senior position within 1-2 years, as the company is strongly committed to retaining talent and developing people internally wherever possible.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop production leaders and team leaders, managing performance, absence and health & safety compliance.
Oversee and optimise high-volume production line operations to ensure maximum efficiency and output.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and resolve production issues.
Monitor and report on KPIs, recommending actions to improve efficiency and quality.
Plan and coordinate production resources to meet targets and deadlines.
Develop and manage budgets, controlling costs and productivity.
Skills & Experience

FMCG, Food Production, Food Retail or Linen/Textile Sector
Strong leadership, communication and team-building skills.
Excellent analytical and organisational abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Customer-focused, proactive, and results-driven.
Other benefits:

25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
Up to 15% annual performance based bonus
5 % pension
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
On-site parking
Print

Reference: 225283510

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