Food Production Manager Northern Ireland – County Down Forde May Consulting Ltd is delighted to be the recruiting partner for a leading manufacturer and supplier of fresh and chilled ‘food to go’ to premier retailers and food service operators. This award winning company is now looking to add a Food Production Manager to its already successful team. The Job As the Food Production Manager you will continue to develop and drive the manufacturing strategy and oversee the production function. The successful candidate will report directly to the Directors and will have the opportunity to work in an expanding and diverse Food Production unit. The main objectives for the role will be to continuously achieve operational improvements across all business functions, to include Manufacturing, Quality, NPD and Supply Chain. The Person The ideal candidate will currently hold the position of; Senior Production Manager, Operations Manager, Shift Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager (or equivalent), Assistant Factory Manager, Assistant Operations Manager. -Preferably be degree educated or equivalent. -Have extensive experience within food manufacturing. -Have a fresh food industry understanding. -Have the ability to influence change. -Proven track record of being able to reduce costs, whilst improving performance. -Have an outgoing and persuasive attitude. -Have the ability to lead, motivate and manage people. The Package You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a unique opportunity for solid career growth with a company that knows how to set goals and achieve results in the current environment. Interested? If you desire the opportunity to take your career to the next level with a well known and respected company please send your CV to jobs@fordemayconsulting.com quoting reference number 1084/PM attaching a covering letter setting out your suitability to this position. Closing date for receipt of CV’s is 16th January. Please note that Forde May Consulting are simply forwarding CV's on to our client and will not be involved in any aspect of the recruitment process. Our client promote all aspects of the Equal Opportunities Acts Note: Due to the large volumes of applications that we receive if you have not had a response from our client within 7 days of your application then please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.