Production Manager

Production Manager
Location: Wrexham
45,000-48,000 per annum
Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day inclusive of paid break, start/end times flexible.

An established and forward-thinking manufacturer based in Wrexham is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead operations across key areas of their facility, including the Starch Refinery, Solvite Line, and Drum Dried Department. With a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and efficiency, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that plays a vital role in the circular economy, processing co-products from the food industry into sustainable solutions.

About the Company
Our client is a well-respected, industry-leading processor of co-products, supplying innovative solutions to sectors including agriculture, pet food, energy, and manufacturing. With operations across Europe, they are committed to sustainability, continuous improvement, and high standards of operational excellence. Their Wrexham site is a key production hub, driving quality output and supporting their mission to reduce food waste and create value from every by-product.
The Role
As Production Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of several key production departments, ensuring performance, safety, and quality targets are consistently met. You will lead a team of operatives and supervisors, driving continuous improvement and collaborating closely with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage operations within the Starch Refinery, Solvite Line, and Drum Dried Department.
- Ensure all production activities meet quality, safety, and performance standards.
- Drive productivity and efficiency improvements across the departments.
- Manage staffing levels, rotas, and team development within the designated areas.
- Monitor KPIs and production metrics, identifying and resolving performance issues.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to resolve operational issues and minimise downtime.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company policies, and standards where applicable.
- Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives across your areas of responsibility.
- Participate in audits and inspections, taking corrective actions as required.
- Provide regular reporting and updates to the operations director regarding departmental performance.
- Conduct performance reviews, manage attendance, and address conduct or capability issues in line with company policy.
- Action any health and safety concerns or SOS cards withing a timely manner, or escalate where necessary

What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience managing production in a manufacturing or processing environment
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent understanding of production workflows and process optimisation
- Ability to analyse data and take informed actions
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Competent in using production management software and reporting tools
- Team player
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise
- Confident communicator
- Flexible approach to working practices
- Strong organisational skills
- Detail orientated and accurate
- Pro-active approach / problem solver
- Health and Safety awareness

Why Apply?
- Join a growing and sustainability-focused company
- Lead in a role with real responsibility and autonomy
- Opportunities for personal and professional development
- 33 days annual leave per year (25 + 8 bank holidays)
- Employee assistance programme
- Bonus scheme.