Production Team Manager – Freuchie, Fife

Salary: £32,000 – £36,000 per annum Hours: Average 44 hours per week (rotating shifts) Location: Freuchie, Fife Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced production leader looking for your next challenge in the food manufacturing industry? We’re looking for a motivated Production Team Manager to join one of the UK’s leading fresh produce providers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced environment, supporting and developing a large team to achieve daily and weekly production targets while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

What You’ll Be Doing

Managing the performance of a production team, including Supervisors, Machine Operatives, and Quality staff

Overseeing the daily running plan and prioritising workloads

Ensuring stock levels are monitored and maintained

Driving team engagement, development, and training opportunities

Conducting appraisals, reviews, and supporting HR processes

Collaborating with other departments to ensure smooth production flow

Maintaining high standards in food safety, health & safety, and compliance

Managing costs effectively and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in a production management or supervisory role, ideally within a manufacturing or food environment

Strong leadership and communication skills

A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to motivate a diverse team

Organised, adaptable, and focused on results

A team player who’s committed to long-term growth and progression

What’s On Offer

Competitive salary (£32,000–£36,000)

Free on-site parking

Salaried sick pay scheme

Additional holiday entitlement with length of service (up to +5 days)

29 days holiday (pro rata)

Real career progression opportunities within a growing business

Shift Pattern

Week 1: Sun: 7am–5:30pm Mon: Off Tues–Thurs: 7am–2pm Fri: 7am–5:30pm Sat: Off

Week 2: Mon: 7am–5:30pm Tues–Wed: 2:30pm–10pm Thurs: 2:30pm–9pm Fri: Off Sat: 7am–5:30pm