Production Manager

Posting date:	06 January 2026
Salary:	£43,000 to £48,000 per year
Additional salary information:	Enhanced pension contributions
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	20 January 2026
Location:	Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0BT
Company:	Acorn Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	a1WNz000003yzWjMAI_1767697646

Summary

Night Shift Production Manager - Food Manufacturing

Ilminster, Somerset | £43,000-£48,000 DOE | Monday-Thursday | 6pm-4am | Full-Time | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Night Shift Production Manager on behalf of a food manufacturing client based in Ilminster, Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to lead night shift operations within a fast-paced FMCG environment, with a strong focus on food safety, hygiene, and continuous improvement.

You will be a key member of the Operations Management team, leading production and hygiene teams to deliver operational excellence and exceed customer expectations.

Key Duties

• Leading night shift production and hygiene teams, coaching and supporting Team Leaders and operatives.

• Optimising the operation of tipping, washing, grading, filling, and packing equipment to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime.

• Monitoring production processes and implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Driving performance against business KPIs, ensuring targets for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are achieved.

• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance across all production areas.

• Managing and embedding change effectively to support business growth and improvement programmes.

Requirements

• Proven leadership and people management experience within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.

• Strong understanding of food hygiene standards and compliance requirements.

• Positive, proactive problem-solving approach with the ability to meet deadlines.

• Minimum 2 years' management experience in an FMCG environment (preferred).

• Degree-level qualification or NVQ Level 3 (preferred).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and email systems.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Salary between £43,000 and £48,000 per annum (DOE).

• Company bonus scheme.

• Enhanced pension contributions.

• Private Health Insurance, Life Assurance, and Critical Illness cover.

• On-site parking.

• Free fruit and potatoes.

• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.

• Flu vaccinations.

• Employee referral scheme.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie for more information about this Night Shift Production Manager opportunity in Ilminster.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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