Production Manager

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

About us

We, FMC Agricultural Solutions, provide innovative crop protection solutions to growers around the world. Thanks to the commitment of our 6,500 employees, we are one of the six largest crop protection manufacturers in the world.

For more information, please visit www.FMC.com.

For our site in Flintshire, we are looking for a

Production Manager

The Production Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership across Production, Warehouse and Dispatch operations, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable delivery of production and business targets. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team and deputy to the Plant Manager, the role will drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, workforce capability and strong cross-functional collaboration.

What you will do with us:

• Lead Production, Warehouse and Dispatch teams to safely deliver production plans, customer requirements and operational KPIs.
• Drive a strong safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with EHS, quality, environmental and process safety standards.
• Optimise equipment, materials and resources to improve productivity, reliability, quality and cost performance.
• Lead, coach and develop teams, strengthening engagement, accountability, capability and succession planning.
• Monitor operational performance and use data, KPIs and structured problem-solving to identify and deliver improvements.
• Partner with Planning, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality and Supply Chain to ensure effective production, inventory and customer service.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting asset reliability, capital projects and site strategy.
• Act as deputy to the Plant Manager, providing effective site leadership and decision-making when required.

Your qualification:

• Proven leadership and management experience within a manufacturing, chemical or process manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, industrial equipment, production performance and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams and manage workforce planning and performance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with experience managing KPIs, budgets and operational resources.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, environmental and process safety standards, including risk assessment and Management of Change principles.
• Experience with ERP, manufacturing or performance management systems and a proven track record of delivering continuous improvement and business change.
• A management/leadership qualification, engineering qualification, COMAH knowledge or project management experience would be advantageous.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about making a difference and share our values of diversity, collaboration, and quality, we encourage you to submit your application today. We eagerly await hearing from you!

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.