Manufacturing Manager

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: Sunday 8th March

Interview process:

Working pattern: On-Site including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for great collaboration and meetings - it’s a must!

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

The purpose of this position is to guide, manage, and enhance the factory operations across various balanced sectors. Providestrong leadership throughout the production process, from the receipt of materials to the delivery of finished goods for the designated factory. Ensure that the safety, quality, productivity, cost, delivery, and employee morale associated with the key performance indicators are met and continuously improved.

• Ensure compliance with legal, health and safety, and environmental policies
• Implement Manufacturing strategy to enhance performance and practices
• Accountable for factory KPI delivery across the balanced scorecard
• Make strategic commercial decisions regarding demand vs labour
• Provide supervision and direction to teams to achieve targets and drive change
• Oversee factory engagement, vision setting, culture, and trade union relationships
• Collaborate with functional teams to support improvement initiatives through data analysis

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know How:

• In depth knowledge of Manufacturing Operations
• FMCG manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of HSE and food safety and quality requirements
• Commercial awareness
• Brilliant at building strong cross functional relationships
• Proven track record of Continuous Improvement within a previous role
• Leadership, management & coaching experience, including large teams

Nice To Have:

• Influence and persuasion
• Appropriate and effective challenge
• Business/financial acumen
• Excellent planning and organisation skills
• Ability to adapt and respond to change

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

• Annual bonus 10%
• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual Salary review
• Healthcare plan
• Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

• Continued investment in your personal development
• We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
• Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
• The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support

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