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Production Manager

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Who we are

Weand#39;re M-ller UK andamp; Ireland, a family-run dairy business and weand#39;re experts at what we do. Dairy is a key part of a healthy and balanced diet and weand#39;re super proud to help meet the nutritional needs of millions of people, every, single, day. To do this, our business has been split into two areas: M-ller Milk andamp; Ingredients (MMI) and M-ller Yogurt andamp; Desserts (MYD).

Weand#39;re here to talk MYD, the ones aiming to put a smile on the nationand#39;s face. Weand#39;re all about *Deep breath* M-ller Corner, M-ller Light, M-ller Bliss, M-ller Rice, M-ller FRijj, M-ller X MyProtein and Biotiful Gut Health.

We know that sounds like a lot, but thatand#39;s why we need you!

Why M-ller?

Yogurts and desserts flow through everything at M-ller - from farm to factory to fridge. But the true impact comes from our people, in each and every corner of the business, working hard and as a team to put smiles on faces everywhere, making each day delicious for our shoppers. And, as the UKand#39;s most popular dairy brand, weand#39;re always striving to make a real difference for our planet, our partners and our people, putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do.

Did you know that 29 M-ller yogurt and desserts are eaten every second? And thatand#39;s just the start, with ambitious plans to grow, while continuing to make a real difference for the planet, our partners and people, weand#39;re looking for a team of fridge-fillers and self-starters to help us on our mission to put a smile on the nationand#39;s face. Join a team of fridge-fillers and self-starters just doing their bit for the bigger picture.

Production Manager - Market Drayton

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 40 Hours per Week

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead operations within our Market Drayton manufacturing site. As a key member of the Senior Management Team, you will drive operational excellence, ensure delivery of strategic goals, and champion a culture of continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Head of Operations, as a Production Manager, you will be responsible for leading a high-performing team, managing safety and quality standards, and consistently delivering against operational, cost and people metrics.

This role offers significant scope, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to influence site-wide performance.

Production Manager Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead Shift Leaders and operational teams to deliver strong daily performance.
  • Maintain high standards in Health andamp; Safety, Quality, Food Safety and compliance.
  • Manage training, capability development and operator competency.
  • Monitor KPIs, identify issues and implement continuous improvement.
  • Support delivery of the M-ller Production System.


About You:
  • Strong leadership experience in manufacturing.
  • Excellent communication and coaching skills.
  • Knowledge of production processes; food/dairy experience is beneficial.
  • Degree-level education (or equivalent).


Benefits:
  • Career development within a stable business
  • Company Car / allowance
  • Up to 15% bonus
  • Partner level healthcare cover
  • 4 x life assurance
  • Access to perk box - saving money across numerous retailers


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