The production manager will be accountable for leading the Operations Team to achieve the profit and performance targets set by the business. Drive continuous improvement to maximise operational effectiveness, quality and consistency and efficiencies through the development of people, processes and systems. Enhancing the group mission, vision and values. This role requires senior leadership qualities to ensure that all manufacturing aspects are met through the individual unit and cross-functional support within the peer group. Hours of work: Twilight Shift Monday to Friday 18:00 to 02:00 Responsibilities: Lead the Operations Team to achieve profit and performance targets. Drive continuous improvement in operational effectiveness, quality, and efficiency. Develop people, processes, and systems. Ensure all manufacturing aspects are met through individual unit and cross-functional support. Minimum Requirements: Senior leadership experience within a manufacturing environment. Food processing knowledge and experience. Experience of budget control and financial awareness. Demonstrate the ability to work cross-functionally. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal). Ability to manage staff to deliver results. Self-motivated and highly result-oriented. Ability to act alone on own initiative and work under pressure. The Company: Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse, and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry-leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb, and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets. Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. Across Pilgrim’s Europe, we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious, and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland, and Europe every day. J-18808-Ljbffr