First Line Manager Location: DoncasterSalary: £42,000 Key Performance AreasVacancy Type: Permanent, Working rotational shifts- 08.00 - 17.00 one hour unpaid for lunch- 15.00 - 12.00 / 13.00 - one hour unpaid for lunch. An Assistant Production Manager in food manufacturing supports the Production Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure products are made safely, efficiently, on time, and within quality standards.Production Operations Supervise daily production activities on the floor.Ensure production targets (volume, OEE, yield, efficiency) are met.Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed.Reduce downtime and improve productivity. Food Safety and Quality Compliance Ensure compliance with: HACCPGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)FDA / local food regulationsISO / FSSC standards (if applicable)Monitor hygiene, sanitation, and CCPs (Critical Control Points)Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams Team Management Supervise line leaders and production staff.Conduct shift briefings.Train employees on SOPs and safety procedures.Handle attendance, discipline, and performance issues. Inventory and Materials Control Coordinate raw material availability.Minimise waste and product loss.Monitor packaging material usage. Equipment and Maintenance Ensure machinery is operating properly.Coordinate preventive maintenance.Report breakdowns and reduce production delays. Reporting and Documentation Maintain production reports.Track KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, ..... full job details .....