Night Production Manager, Manchester

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Job Title:
Nights Production Manager

Salary:
£50,000–£52,000 per year

Location:
On-site – Factory-based (North West UK)
4 on, 4 off shift pattern (6pm–6am)

Join a Growing Bakery Manufacturer

This is a hands-on leadership role at a fast-paced bakery that supplies top-tier, own-label baked goods to major UK retailers. You'll lead a dedicated team during night shifts, ensuring products are made to spec, on time, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the night shift production and packing team

• Maintain safety, hygiene, and compliance across the site

• Release or reject finished product in line with quality standards

• Manage staff deployment and daily shift planning

• Conduct performance reviews and lead staff training

• Play an active role in management meetings

• Support the HACCP team and cover technical documentation

• Collaborate with Directors and the Technical Manager to meet production targets

What You’ll Need

• Experience managing a food manufacturing or bakery production line

• Strong working knowledge of HACCP and food safety systems

• Clear, confident communication skills

• Proven ability to lead, supervise and develop a team

• Comfortable with shift-based working (nights)

• Experience working to BRCGS standards is a bonus

What’s In It For You

• £50k–£52k annual salary

• 4-on-4-off shift pattern (6pm–6am)

• 28 days holiday

• Company laptop

• Free onsite parking

• NEST pension scheme

• Long-term permanent role in a stable, growing business

Ready to lead from the front?

If you thrive on night shifts, love the buzz of production, and know how to get the best out of your team, apply now.