Assistant Production Manager

Your new company A leading player in the agri-food sector is offering an exciting opportunity to join their high-performing production team at a state-of-the-art facility in Cookstown.

With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this organisation is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement across its manufacturing processes.

Your new role As an Assistant Production Manager, you will support the day-to-day operations within the department.

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you will play a key role in driving performance, compliance, and team development.

You will be responsible for supporting plant operations, ensuring adherence to health & safety and quality standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will also assist in managing and developing a team of operatives, preparing performance reports, and collaborating with internal departments to deliver site and capital projects.

What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you'll need to be educated to degree level, ideally in a science or food technology discipline, and have at least two years' experience in a supervisory or management role within a manufacturing or production environment.

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organisational skills are essential, along with excellent communication abilities and proficiency in MS Office.

Experience in FMCG or pharmaceutical sectors, familiarity with Scada control systems, and knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary depending on experience.

The role is based on a 40-hour working week, with core hours from 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm, Monday to Friday.

As the site operates a 24 / 7 production schedule, candidates should be aware that occasional flexibility may be required to provide management support outside of standard hours.

In addition to a rewarding career in a dynamic and supportive environment, you'll benefit from a generous benefits package including 25 days of annual leave plus 9 statutory holidays, a contributory pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution, and access to a healthcare scheme.

You'll be part of a team that values ambition, curiosity, teamwork, and accountability, with opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression.

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