An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation based in West Sussex, to join as our Production Manager. A family run business producing high quality meat products for our customers, who range from Contract Caterers, Business and Industry, Schools, Colleges, Care Homes and Restaurants. Main responsibilities: You will be ultimately responsible for the smooth running of all production lines and the quality of output Managing a team of 10 staff per shift. Various shifts across the week and 24 hours per day operation. Planning and organization production schedules Determining quality control standards Overseeing the production processes Monitor production to resolve issues Determining quality control standards Overseeing the production processes Ability to direct personnel towards maximum performance will set you apart as a leader Liaising with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements Estimating costs and preparing budgets Organising workflow to meet specifications and deadlines Determine amount of necessary resources (workforce, raw materials etc.) Ensure output meets quality standards & health and safety precautions Ensuring the team is engaged, organised and motivated Ensure the night shift get the orders prepared and ready for the drivers for prompt delivery the following morning Requirements & Skills: Previous experience as a leader & motivator in a management role Knowledge and understanding of the meat / butchery industry Understanding of fresh food / chilled environments Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations Good understanding of UK Food legislation Experience in reporting on key production metrics Proficient in MS Office or other software Excellent communication skills & good leadership abilities Ability to motivate a team Attention to detail as well as strong decision making abilities