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Description

Saputo Dairy UK is seeking a Production Manager for their Nuneaton site, focusing on one of their critical production areas. The role involves leading a large, diverse team, driving operational excellence, and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality dairy products. The manager will be responsible for stabilizing the team, fostering a high-performing culture, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Oversee the full operation of Nuneaton Prepack 2, ensuring efficient conversion of bulk cheese into finished products across 13 production lines.,Lead a direct team of 5 shift leads and an indirect workforce of 220 colleagues.,Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.,Drive KPIs and SQDCM metrics aligned with budget and strategic goals.,Champion a strong safety-first mindset, with a focus on food safety, colleague wellbeing, and continuous improvement.,Lead key projects including labour optimisation, yield improvement, automation, and new product development.,Act as deputy to the Senior Manager, Operations, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver business-wide improvements.

Ideal Candidate

Experienced in food manufacturing or FMCG production, with a strong understanding of operational excellence and fostering a culture for high performance.,Demonstrable working experience with UK food safety standards and leading on external audits.,A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and decision-making.,A proven leader who inspires teams, develops talent, and drives performance.,Comfortable managing large teams and complex production environments.,Passionate about delivering results and continuous improvement.

Hard Skills

Operational excellence
UK food safety standards
external audits
KPI management
SQDCM metrics
labour optimisation
yield improvement
automation
new product development

Soft Skills

Leadership
team management
communication
accountability
strategic thinking
problem-solving
decision-making
inspiring teams
talent development
collaboration
continuous improvement

Benefits

Private Health Care
Quarterly bonus scheme
Autonomous and inclusive working environment
Opportunities for progression (UK and overseas)
Enhanced employer pension contributions
Health cash plan
Access to Thrive 24-hours a day (wellbeing app)
Long service recognized
Life assurance
Discounted branded products
Free onsite parking
Individual allocated lockers
Subsidized staff restaurant
25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
One paid workday for volunteering
Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays
My Staff Shop (discounts and savings)

About the Company

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Saputo Inc.

Saputo Inc. is a leading global dairy processor based in Montreal, Canada, known for producing and distributing a wide array of high-quality products including cheese, fluid milk, and dairy ingredients. Founded in 1954, it has grown into one of the top ten dairy processors in the world, with significant operations across Canada, the United States, Argentina, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Family-oriented
Ambitious
Community-focused
Growth-driven
Integrity-driven
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