Factory Manager
CV-LibraryGateshead, Tyne & WearpermanentPosted: 20 July 2026
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* Immediate start available
* Competitive basic salary and benefits package
* Free on-site parking
* A streamlined, quick interview process
MTrec’s New Opportunity;
MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Gateshead by recruiting a permanent Factory Manager. You will be joining an industry leading employer, with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic long-term career prospects.
If you have experience in a similar role within FMCG, Food & drink manufacturing or equivalent, apply now for an immediate response
The Job You’ll Do;
* Reporting to the General Manager, the Factory Manager is responsible for Production, including Warehouse and Hygiene (Dayshift & Nightshift).
* Overseeing all aspects of daily production and facilitating effective collaboration.
* Ensuring that the facility operates to Company standards in Health & Safety, food safety, sustainability and environment.
* Utilising the ERP system to ensure maximum efficiency
* Ensure production plans are delivered on time, in full, and to required quality standards
* Drive improvements in efficiency, yield and waste reduction.
* Manage recruitment and training of production, warehouse and hygiene teams.
* Closely liaise with the Supply Chain, Technical, NPD, H&S and HR departments
* Lead staff engagement and manage in line with company values
* Crisis Management
About You;
* Proven experience in a Managerial role within Food/Drink/FMCG (highly desirable)
* Relevant technical qualifications are desirable, but not essential (Degree, HND, HND etc.)
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Ability to motivate, inspire and guide teams to achieve goals
* Experience improving processes, productivity and performance
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Knowledge of health & safety and regulatory compliance
* Comfortable working with ERP systems and production data
* Immediate start available
* Competitive basic salary and benefits package
* Free on-site parking
* A streamlined, quick interview process
MTrec’s New Opportunity;
MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Gateshead by recruiting a permanent Factory Manager. You will be joining an industry leading employer, with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic long-term career prospects.
If you have experience in a similar role within FMCG, Food & drink manufacturing or equivalent, apply now for an immediate response
The Job You’ll Do;
* Reporting to the General Manager, the Factory Manager is responsible for Production, including Warehouse and Hygiene (Dayshift & Nightshift).
* Overseeing all aspects of daily production and facilitating effective collaboration.
* Ensuring that the facility operates to Company standards in Health & Safety, food safety, sustainability and environment.
* Utilising the ERP system to ensure maximum efficiency
* Ensure production plans are delivered on time, in full, and to required quality standards
* Drive improvements in efficiency, yield and waste reduction.
* Manage recruitment and training of production, warehouse and hygiene teams.
* Closely liaise with the Supply Chain, Technical, NPD, H&S and HR departments
* Lead staff engagement and manage in line with company values
* Crisis Management
About You;
* Proven experience in a Managerial role within Food/Drink/FMCG (highly desirable)
* Relevant technical qualifications are desirable, but not essential (Degree, HND, HND etc.)
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Ability to motivate, inspire and guide teams to achieve goals
* Experience improving processes, productivity and performance
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Knowledge of health & safety and regulatory compliance
* Comfortable working with ERP systems and production data