Production Manager

Overview

The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day running and coordination of the manufacturing operation, ensuring that jobs have the required materials to manufacture, are manufactured to the required standard, completed within the required timescales and successfully prepared, loaded and dispatched for delivery.

The role combines production management, team oversight, ancillary preparation, dispatch coordination and practical operational management.

The Production Manager will work closely with the Production Coordinator to ensure the weekly manufacturing schedule is achievable and delivered, while taking responsibility for overseeing the manufacturing team and ensuring that jobs progress through production and are ready for loading and dispatch on time.

The role is highly hands-on and requires the Production Manager to be visible within the manufacturing and yard environment, identifying problems early, coordinating people and resources and ensuring the operation continues to move efficiently.

Duties

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of production operations, from raw material intake to final product assembly, ensuring seamless workflow and adherence to schedules
• Implement and monitor process improvement strategies
• Manage supply chain logistics by collaborating with procurement, inventory management, and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials and components
• Oversee quality control procedures to maintain product standards, conducting regular inspections and audits to identify areas for enhancement
• Foster a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with health and safety regulations across all production areas
• Develop training programs for assembly line staff to enhance mechanical knowledge, technical skills, and overall team performance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing or production management within a fast-paced industrial environment
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes, including procurement, inventory control, and logistics coordination
• Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimisation and waste reduction
• Experience implementing quality control measures to uphold product standards
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate teams and collaborate across departments

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Join us as a Production Manager and take charge of transforming manufacturing processes while inspiring your team toward operational excellence. Your expertise will help us deliver high-quality products efficiently while fostering innovation at every stage of production.

Pay: £32,500.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Enhanced paternity leave
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Management: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person