Assistant Production Manager

Assistant Production Manager

Location: Doncaster

Salary:  £42,000 Key Performance Areas

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Working rotational shifts

• 08.00 - 17.00 one hour unpaid for lunch

• 15.00 - 12.00 / 13.00 - one hour unpaid for lunch.

An Assistant Production Manager in food manufacturing supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards.

Production Operations

Supervise daily production activities on the floor. Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met. Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed. Reduce downtime and improve productivity. Food Safety & Quality Compliance

Ensure compliance with:

Haccp

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) FDA / local food regulations ISO / FSSC standards (if applicable) Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs (Critical Control Points) Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams

Team Management

Supervise line leaders and production staff. Conduct shift briefings. Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures. Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues. Inventory & Materials Control

Coordinate raw material availability. Minimise waste and product loss. Monitor packaging material usage. Equipment & Maintenance

Ensure machinery is operating properly. Coordinate preventive maintenance. Report breakdowns and reduce production delays. Reporting & Documentation

Maintain production reports. Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, waste). Prepare daily/weekly performance summaries. Required Skills

Knowledge of food safety regulations. Leadership & people management. Problem-solving under pressure. Understanding of production planning. Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. Good communication skills. Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science Food Technology Industrial Engineering Manufacturing/Production Engineering 3–5 years experience in food manufacturing and Dispatch Operations. To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please click apply