Production Manager

Natures Aid, part of STADA Group was established in 1981 and is a leading UK manufacturer of Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements to health food stores, pharmacies, e-commerce and grocery, with over 200 products throughout 15 main health categories.  Together we are shaping the future of Natures Aid by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. STADA UK |Natures Aid – Production Manager Kirkham, Preston |U.K.| Full-time | Permanent Step into a role where you own the entire production heartbeat of the site. As our Production Manager, you’ll lead all manufacturing, packing and cleaning operations, driving high‑performance output while safeguarding impeccable GMP standards. You’ll be the force behind hitting ambitious volume, yield and efficiency targets – ensuring every batch is right first time, every time. Play a leading role in driving forward our significant and ambitious investment plans into new machinery and upgraded facilities. How You Will Make an Impact Drive high-performing manufacturing operations, hitting targets on volume, yield, efficiency, cost, safety and quality. Lead by example with a positive, proactive, problem-solving mindset, working closely with other departments to deliver business objectives. Own the numbers: analyse production data, improve OEE and tackle issues using proven tools such as RCA, 5 Whys and Fishbone. Lead, coach and develop a strong production team, managing performance, training, motivation and development plans to unlock their full potential. Take charge of day-to-day people management, including reviews, absence and holidays, while embedding the company’s vision, values and behaviours. Champion health & safety on site, ensuring safe systems of work, thorough incident reporting and follow-through on risk assessments and GEMBA activity. What We Are Looking For Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar operational leadership role within a manufacturing or production environment.   Ideally experienced within tablet compression / encapsulation industry or similar FMCG or food manufacturing environment Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage high-performing teams. Demonstrable experience delivering productivity, quality, cost, and delivery targets. Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and promoting a strong safety culture. Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing principles. Strong planning, organisational, and resource management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Effective problem-solving and analytical skills, using data and performance metrics to support decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the business. How we care for you At Natures Aid our purpose “Caring for people’s…