Assistant Production Manager (m/f/d)

Production is your world—is taking on more responsibility your next step?

Are you familiar with the operations of a manufacturing company, able to maintain a clear overview even during ongoing production, and looking to take on more responsibility in the future? Do you believe that quality, efficient processes, and good collaboration between people and production go hand in hand? As an Assistant Production Manager (m/f/d), you’ll support the production management team in organizing, coordinating, and overseeing ongoing production, and you’ll take charge of the production area when needed. This position offers you the opportunity to apply your existing production experience, take on additional responsibility, and pursue long-term career growth within an established company.

Our client, your future employer:

Our client is a medium-sized, owner-managed company in the food industry. Long-standing customer relationships, high quality standards, and a consistent focus on customized solutions form the foundation for the company’s sustainable success. Short decision-making processes, close collaboration across departments, and a dedicated team characterize the company’s culture.

Your work location:

We are looking for you to start as soon as possible in the Recklinghausen district (North Rhine-Westphalia).

Here's what we offer you:

• A position of responsibility with opportunities for growth within the production department
• Regular working hours in a single-shift operation with no consecutive shifts or weekend work
• Comprehensive training and support in the company’s systems and processes
• Short decision-making and communication channels, as well as direct interaction with management
• A dedicated and highly skilled team
• Company events, fruit & beverages, JobRad, assistance with finding housing, Christmas bonus

Your future responsibilities:

• Supporting production management in the planning, organization, and oversight of ongoing production, as well as acting as a substitute within the agreed-upon area of responsibility
• Ensuring the on-time, on-quantity, and high-quality production of customer-specific food products
• Coordinating and providing technical guidance to production staff, as well as assisting with the organization of staff scheduling
• Monitoring and coordinating production processes, as well as identifying and resolving disruptions, bottlenecks, and organizational deviations at an early stage
• Ensuring compliance with specified quality, hygiene, product safety, and occupational safety standards
• Assisting with production documentation, in-process controls, and traceability in collaboration with the relevant departments
• Participation in the analysis, optimization, and further development of production processes with regard to quality, efficiency, costs, and process reliability
• Close and collaborative partnership with production management, executive management, quality assurance, and related business units

What you bring to the table:

• Completed vocational training or further education in the food industry, e.g., as a Food Technology Specialist (m/f/d), Food Technician (m/f/d), Master Craftsman (m/f/d), or a comparable qualification; Alternatively, a technical or production-related qualification with relevant professional experience
• Professional experience in production at a manufacturing company, ideally in the food industry
• Experience in organizing and managing production processes
• Initial leadership experience, e.g., as a shift supervisor, team leader, foreman, or in a comparable role, is a plus
• Experience with mixing, dosing, or comparable production processes is desirable
• Knowledge of quality, hygiene, and product safety requirements in food production
• A solid understanding of processes and production, as well as technical knowledge of production equipment
• Proficiency with MS Office and modern digital systems
• A structured, independent, and reliable work style, as well as strong organizational skills
• A strong sense of responsibility, quality, and cost awareness, as well as analytical and process-oriented thinking
• Assertiveness combined with a respectful approach toward employees and colleagues
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, initiative, and a hands-on approach
• Very good German language skills