Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations with enthusiasm and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily production activities within a manufacturing facility, ensuring that processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement, foster a collaborative team environment, and uphold the highest standards of quality. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about manufacturing excellence, this opportunity is for you!

About Us

Duynie Ingredients is a leading producer of high-quality agricultural and industrial products, supplying major partners across the UK and Europe. Our Wrexham site covers production using starch co-products from well known companies such as Birds-Eye and McCains. We offer circular solutions based on sidestream starch suitable for adhesives applications like glue for paper bags and sacks, wallpaper, or corrugated paper. Our modified potato starch solutions improve paper strength and reduce environmental impact. We are committed to innovation, efficiency, sustainability, and delivering exceptional quality to our customers.

We are now looking for an experienced

Production Manager

to lead our key operational departments and drive performance, safety, and continuous improvement across the site.

Duties

Coordinate and supervise all aspects of production processes on the factory floor to meet quality standards and production targets. Lead line operations, ensuring seamless workflow and optimal productivity. Manage and motivate a team of operators to achieve operational excellence. Maintain accurate production records, logs, and reports to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement. Drive efficiency, productivity, and cost-saving initiatives across the departments. Action SOS cards and health & safety concerns promptly, escalating when necessary Maintain staffing levels and support team development. Monitor KPIs and production metrics; identify and act on performance gaps. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Warehouse teams to minimise downtime and resolve operational issues. Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and company policies. Support and lead continuous improvement and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives. Participate in audits and inspections; implement corrective actions where required. Provide regular performance updates and reports to the Plant Manager. Conduct performance reviews and support attendance, conduct, and capability processes.

What We're Looking For

Proven management experience in a manufacturing or processing environment. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent understanding of production workflows and optimisation. Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and drive improvement. Strong communicator with effective cross-department collaboration skills. Competent using production management systems and reporting tools. Organised, detail-orientated, and able to prioritise effectively. Proactive problem-solver with a flexible approach. Strong awareness of health & safety, and quality

What We Offer

Competitive salary Health and Dental Cover Employee Assistance Programme Opportunity to lead multiple departments across a dynamic production site Professional development and progression opportunities A role where you can make a real impact in performance, quality, and safety

How to Apply

If you are an experienced production leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now through Indeed or by sending a CV to k.heald@duynie.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REC02PROD