Production Manager Milton Keynes UK

At Paulig, we believe every meal, cup, and moment should be full of flavour — and that bold ideas can make the world a tastier, more sustainable place. As a house of iconic brands, we can make an impact that counts – and careers that matter.

Now we’re looking for a Production Manager to join our passionate team and help us shape the future of food and beverages. You will be based in Milton Keynes, UK and report to the Factory Manager and be part of a great team of people based in our locations across Europe.

Your role in the blend

We’re looking for a Production Manager who’s ready to roll up their sleeves, take ownership, and lead our production team to new heights.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

for implementing, maintain & follow up on health & safety requirements
to ensure quality and food safety in production in accordance with all relevant regulations and standards
for the cleanliness of the factory and the cleaning processes
for production process runs efficient according to set cost
that production plans are followed & agreed service are meet.
for resource/ shift planning
for people and team training and development plans
for setting performance goals & conducting performance evaluation
to drive the process of continuous improvement for the factory to improve output and/or decrease cost
to consider the environmental impact of any actions and improvements in production
contribute to deployment of the Paulig Operating System.
for the production budget

Your key ingredients

To succeed in this role, you likely have Leadership and People development:

Responsible for Shift Leaders and Performance management processes and wow are implemented and followed
To act according to Paulig values and leadership principles, and actively promoting and implementing these
Member of Factory Leadership Team
Contribute to the Supply Chain & Operation strategy and functional business planning
The flavours we bring

Working at Paulig, a family owned company, means being part of an international community with bold ambitions and an inclusive growth culture.

We offer:

A purpose-driven workplace – we’re building a healthier, more sustainable food culture.
Continuous learning – access to LinkedIn Learning, and development programs.
Other benefits dependent on country or role (you can add to include certain benefits for your country)

About Paulig

Paulig is an international food and beverage company, growing a new, sustainable food culture – one that is good for both people and the planet. Paulig provides Tex Mex, snacks, coffees, world foods and spices. The company's brands include Santa Maria, Paulig, Conimex, Risenta, Poco Loco and Zanuy, among others. In 2024, the company’s sales amounted to approximately EUR 1.2 billion. Paulig was founded in 1876 and is 100% owned by the Paulig family. The company has 2,400 employees in 13 different countries united by the purpose 'For a life full of flavour'. www.pauliggroup.com

Interested?

Join us on our journey to build a flavourful and more sustainable future. We review applications continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and bring your unique flavour to Paulig.

If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to Diane Mckenna, UK MK H R Manager on email to Diane.Mckenna@Paulig.com.

We look forward receiving your application as soon as possible but latest by 30th January 2026. We do ongoing selection of candidates during the application period and might start interviews before the last application date, so don’t hesitate to submit your application if you’re interested.

Want to learn more about working at Paulig and what we offer? Visit www.pauliggroup.com.

Production Manager