Process Manager

About The Role

As a Process Manager, you help production run safely, smoothly and efficiently every day. You'll manage projects from initial product concept through to launch, ensuring all products are safe, legal, high quality and delivered in line with customer and business requirements.

This is a hands-on role, combining factory-based activity with project management and stakeholder engagement, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced chilled food manufacturing environment.

12 month Fixed Term Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical Development process from concept to post-launch review.
• Allocate and manage resources across multiple development projects.
• Create, manage and track critical paths for all product launches.
• Ensure all products meet safety, legal, quality and customer code of practice requirements.
• Act as a key technical contact for internal stakeholders, customers and external suppliers.
• Manage and maintain robust development files, specifications and technical documentation.
• Work closely with NPD, Technical, Purchasing, Operations and Commercial teams.

About You

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You'll bring the following skills and experience:

You will have experience managing or improving processes in food manufacturing or FMCG.

With a good understanding of food safety, quality and health & safety standards.

You will have confidence leading teams and supporting people on the shop floor.

Bringing a calm, solutions‑focused approach when things don't go to plan.

With strong organisation skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer

We're building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

Company pension scheme

Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts

Employee discount scheme

Experience annual pay reviews

Profit related pay

Opportunity for extended leave

Free on-site parking

Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

About Us

Located in Worksop, Manton Wood is a proud part of our Food to Go division, producing a wide variety of high-quality pre-packed salads, sandwiches, bagels, wraps, paninis, and ciabattas. Our products help leading retailers offer an exciting range of flavours to meet the ever-changing tastes of today's consumers.

At Manton Wood, you're more than just an employee, you're part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special!

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that's fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.