Production Shift Manager

Back Production Manager Location: Central Belt of Scotland Salary: £45,000 DOE Hours: Monday to Friday, 2pm–10.30pm I'm genuinely excited to be representing a client in a chilled environment, in their search for a Backshift Production Manager. You'll be leading the backshift team, keeping production on track and making sure standards stay high. Key responsibilities

• Lead daily production, setting clear expectations and keeping the team focused on production and service targets.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, health and safety, product quality and traceability standards.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications, with accurate labelling and consistent process compliance.
• Monitor performance and improve yield, labour efficiency, waste and product giveaway.
• Organise staffing, team rotation, holidays and absence cover.
• Develop your team through training and performance management, ensuring systems are used correctly and issues are escalated promptly. What we're looking for
• A strong team leader who can motivate people and hold them accountable.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene or equivalent, plus HACCP certification.
• Good numeracy and attention to detail.
• Clear spoken and written English to support safety, quality and team communication.
• Someone adaptable who learns quickly, takes ownership and helps others develop. A wee bit about the business: My client has been through a change in management and is putting a real focus on investing in their people and moving the business forward. They're working to build a stronger team culture and a workplace people are proud to be part of. This is a chance to help shape that change and make a difference. matt@protearecruitment.com | 01313782530