Production Assistant Manager

Artisan Food Manufacturing | £31,000 - £35,000 + career development | Monday - Friday, 07:30 - 16:00

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is partnering with a rapidly growing artisan food manufacturer renowned for premium-quality products. Due to increasing demand, the business is seeking a Production Assistant Manager to support operational excellence and contribute to the next phase of growth. This is a hands-on role combining production oversight, coordination, and quality control within a close-knit team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the production facility.
• Assist with production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand.
• Maintain exceptional product quality, consistency, and standards.
• Ensure accurate production records and batch documentation are completed.
• Oversee traceability of ingredients, materials, and finished goods.
• Conduct stock checks and manage ingredient/material availability.
• Collaborate with the sales team to align production with orders and timelines.
• Support and uphold food safety, hygiene, and compliance procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Take a hands-on role in production activities when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in food production or manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of food safety, quality control, and traceability.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable balancing administrative tasks with hands-on production work.
• Experience maintaining or managing production documentation.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a flexible, "can-do" attitude.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, adaptable, and team-oriented.
• Confident communicator able to collaborate across departments.
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, small business environment.
• Ambitious and motivated to contribute to company growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £31,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience).
• Opportunity to join a growing, high-quality artisan brand.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Real opportunity to make an impact and grow with the business.

Interested?

Apply now to join this thriving artisan food manufacturer as a Production Assistant Manager.