Site Manufacturing Manager

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Site Manufacturing Manager (SMM) to join our fast-paced food manufacturing site based in Penrith. This pivotal role is about making a significant contribution to our continued development and success in delivering the site manufacturing operations strategy.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Operations Manager, the SMM will assume full operational responsibility for manufacturing, site services and goods in, as well as being the lead site contact, overseeing the day-to-day and weekly activities to ensure they are executed in a manner that is safe, consistent, and fully compliant.

The SMM will have to lead the site towards operational excellence. The SMM’s ability to influence extends beyond immediate operational responsibility, contributing to shaping the site’s future direction, culture, and standing within the wider supply chain.

We can offer you:

• Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 12.5% of your salary
• Pension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%
• Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products
• Profit share - We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year
• 25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day
• The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a year
• Colleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted rate
• Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsided for your dependants
• Income Protection should you become unable to work due to long-term sickness
• Death in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year's salary
• Virtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations - we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Programme - we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal support
• Savings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offers
• Career progression and learning and development opportunities
• A company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business! Click here to read about The Greggs Pledge
• Colleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one another

About the role

• This is a full-time role
• The base location for this role is Greggs North Lakes, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9FB

What you'll do

• Strategically implement the manufacturing strategy, ensuring alignment and ownership across the operations team to achieve excellence and meet key performance indicators in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people engagement.
• Manage operational budgets and capital expenditure with a keen focus on optimising resources and enhancing financial performance.
• Uphold and exceed standards in Quality, Food Safety, Hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Champion a positive ‘no blame’ culture that encourages innovation, continuous improvement and open communication at all levels.
• Lead, coach, and develop a highly motivated team, supported by excellent employee engagement and ensuring the effective utilisation of resources.
• Ensure adherence to all compliance standards related to Food Safety and Health & Safety, aligning with company policies and external certifications such as BRC, ISO14001.
• Drive initiatives supporting the Greggs Pledge primarily diversity and inclusion, food redistribution, and community engagement.

About you

We are seeking a transformative leader, passionate about excellence in manufacturing and site engagement. The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels respected, valued, and heard.
• Have a proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on creating an empowering and collaborative work environment.
• Utilise knowledge of lean manufacturing principles to drive operational improvements, with a keen ability to inspire change and innovation.
• Show resilience in the face of challenges, with a capacity to manage multiple priorities and foster a positive, can-do culture.
• Exhibit strong written and communication skills, facilitating open discussions around diversity, operational challenges, and continuous improvement.
• Develop a high performing team environment.
• Be flexible to meet occasional ‘out of hours’ requirements.
• Leadership experience within an FMCG food manufacturing environment is essential
• A knowledge of SAP preferable, and strong computer skills.

About Greggs

Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture – the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We're hard-working, but above all else we're family; and it doesn't matter who you are, where you're from or what your favourite bake is, we’d love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views.