Food Production Department Manager

Description

We are looking for an ambitious and results-driven Department Manager to join a team at Chichester Food Park. Reporting directly to the Shift Manager, you will lead a team of Manufacturing and Production Operatives, ensuring your department operates efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your leadership will directly influence performance, product quality, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead, coach, and develop your team to deliver high-quality products on time and to specification

* Foster a positive, high-performance culture through strong, inspirational leadership

* Manage operational challenges including seasonal fluctuations and raw material variability

* Drive continuous improvement initiatives and encourage innovation within your team

* Deliver against KPIs while maintaining GMP standards, food safety compliance, and health & safety regulations

* Collaborate cross-functionally with Technical, Engineering, Hygiene, Logistics, Health & Safety, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth operations

* Identify and report any signs of modern slavery in line with company policy

Skills & Experience

* Proven experience managing teams within Food Manufacturing, FMCG, or a similar factory environment

* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage a complex workload

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

* Effective decision-maker with strong prioritisation skills

* Resilient and adaptable, able to lead confidently through change and operational pressure

Benefits

* £34,000–£37,000 salary (depending on experience)

* Annual performance bonus

* Employer pension contributions up to 5%

* Health cash plan

* Flexible benefits package including:

* Corporate gym discounts

* Retail and shopping discounts

* Enhanced maternity & paternity policies- And more

* Access to online GP services

* Life assurance

Our Client operates a rotational shift pattern covering 7am to 7pm both days and nights. xjnqpsq You will work a total of 14 days over a 28-day period. Typically, you would be working as follows:

Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Week 2 - Wednesday & Thursday

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Canteen

Company pension

Employee discount

On-site parking

Store discount

Transport links

Work Location: In person

Ad ID: 5417964270