Production Manager

About the role

Reed Turkey is seeking a Production Manager for a global client in the food industry. The role oversees safe and efficient daily operations of production processes, including crushing, refining, and bottling, and supports the Plant Manager in driving productivity improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and develop BPS Management System requirements in production.
• Track and report facility productivity improvements.
• Approve daily reports and key performance reports for departments.
• Support and develop supervisors on operational issues and troubleshooting.
• Plan annual shutdowns and oversee Process Safety Management programs.
• Collaborate with Safety/Environmental Manager to ensure compliance.
• Develop and drive Operations Excellence Plans to meet safety, quality, and production goals.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and act as a change agent.
• Monitor KPIs and create plans to align teams with excellence targets.
• Organize daily production meetings to align operations.
• Manage product yields and participate in new employee selection.
• Assist with employee investigations and recommend corrective actions.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial or chemical engineering.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Resilient and able to manage in a changing environment.
• Effective multi‑level communication abilities.

Required skills

• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 standards.
• Knowledge of ISO 50001 standards.
• Knowledge of FSSC 22000 standards.