Production Team Manager

January 25, 2026
£32000 - £32000
Urgent

Job Description

Production Team Manager Freuchie, Fife

Salary: £32,000 £36,000 per annum
Hours: Average 44 hours per week (rotating shifts)
Location: Freuchie, Fife
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced production leader looking for your next challenge in the food manufacturing industry? We re looking for a motivated Production Team Manager to join one of the UK s leading fresh produce providers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced environment, supporting and developing a large team to achieve daily and weekly production targets while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

What You ll Be Doing

  • Managing the performance of a production team, including Supervisors, Machine Operatives, and Quality staff

  • Overseeing the daily running plan and prioritising workloads

  • Ensuring stock levels are monitored and maintained

  • Driving team engagement, development, and training opportunities

  • Conducting appraisals, reviews, and supporting HR processes

  • Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth production flow

  • Maintaining high standards in food safety, health & safety, and compliance

  • Managing costs effectively and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

What We re Looking For

  • Proven experience in a production management or supervisory role, ideally within a manufacturing or food environment

  • Strong leadership and communication skills

  • A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to motivate a diverse team

  • Organised, adaptable, and focused on results

  • A team player who s committed to long-term growth and progression

What s On Offer

  • Competitive salary (£32,000 £36,000)

  • Free on-site parking

  • Salaried sick pay scheme

  • Additional holiday entitlement with length of service (up to +5 days)

  • 29 days holiday (pro rata)

  • Real career progression opportunities within a growing business

Shift Pattern

Week 1:
Sun: 7am 5:30pm
Mon: Off
Tues Thurs: 7am 2pm
Fri: 7am 5:30pm
Sat: Off

Week 2:
Mon: 7am 5:30pm
Tues Wed: 2:30pm 10pm
Thurs: 2:30pm 9pm
Fri: Off
Sat: 7am 5:30pm

Location