Relief Manufacturing Manager - Food Production

Posting date:	17 July 2025
Salary:	£40,000 to £43,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	16 August 2025
Location:	Bathgate, West Lothian, EH48 1BA
Company:	Connect Appointments
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	LF-LIV_1752766911

Summary

Connect Appointments are recruiting an experienced and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to join our food production client in Bathgate.

What's on offer? A full-time temporary to permanent role for the right candidate; with a competitive salary of £40,000 to £43,000 (depending on experience); working a 4 on-4 off night shift pattern of 7pm to 7am.

Your benefits include:

• Company pension scheme (4% employer contribution)
• 28 days holiday per year
• Life assurance - 4x base salary
• Free on-site parking
• Staff discount platform
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

As Manufacturing Manager, you'll lead a night shift production team in a busy food manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for delivering key KPIs across safety, quality, service, and cost - while also acting as the site's senior contact during out-of-hours operations.

Key responsibilities as a Manufacturing Manager include:

• Leading and developing the night shift team to meet operational goals
• Managing hygiene, changeovers, and shift handovers
• Driving a strong safety and continuous improvement culture
• Controlling raw material usage and operational costs
• Supporting audits, investigations, and performance reporting

To be successful, you'll have:

• Previous food production management experience is essential
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety, H&S, and cost control
• IT skills, including Excel and MRP/ERP systems (SAP experience desirable)
• Food manufacturing, BRC standards, or bakery production - desirable
• Previous work in a 24/7 or 12-hour shift environment - desirable

Ready for your next challenge? Apply now and take the next step in your career as a Manufacturing Manager.

CALIV