Production Manager

Production Manager
Craigavon area
Up to £55K based on experience

Vickerstock are delighted to be working in partnership with a high-growth food manufacturer based in the Craigavon area to recruit a Production Manager to lead operations across their bakery production facility.

This is a key leadership role within an ambitious and expanding company that operates across both the traditional bakery and health-focused food sectors. With plans for a major site expansion in the next 12 months, this role offers genuine progression potential for a production professional seeking long-term development in a supportive, forward-thinking business.

What is in it for you

• Competitive salary package depending on experience
• Join a growing, innovation-led business with recent major investment
• Be part of a supportive leadership team where your input makes a real difference
• Long-term career development opportunities as the business expands into a new facility

Your day to day as the successful Production Manager

Production Oversight

• Lead the day-to-day operations of a busy bakery production line, ensuring output meets both volume and quality targets.
• Monitor workflows, manage production schedules, and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with planning, technical, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth, on-time order fulfilment.

People Management

• Manage and motivate a team of production operatives and supervisors.
• Drive a high-performance culture through clear communication, training, and development initiatives.
• Support succession planning and team growth in line with business expansion.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain full compliance with all relevant food safety, hygiene, and quality standards (HACCP, BRC, etc).
• Work alongside the technical function to implement corrective actions and uphold audit readiness.
• Conduct regular checks, reporting, and documentation in line with regulatory and internal requirements.

Continuous Improvement & H&S

• Champion operational excellence through lean thinking and process improvement.
• Drive cost-efficiency and waste reduction initiatives without compromising quality.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety protocols and promote a safety-first culture on the production floor.

Your essential ingredients

• Proven experience in a Production Management or Supervisor role within a food manufacturing or bakery environment
• A background in hands-on baking or bakery production is highly advantageous
• Demonstrable leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, coach and develop teams
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards including HACCP, BRC, and relevant H&S legislation
• Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities
• A relevant qualification in food production, bakery, or operations management is desirable

Your next move
For a confidential chat about this opportunity, contact Paul Muir at Vickerstock on or send your CV via the link below.