PRODUCTION MANAGER JOB SUMMARY: A well-established Poole-based business is looking for an experienced, motivated Production Manager / Supervisor to take ownership of production planning, scheduling, and delivery performance, within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving structure, improving schedule adherence, and ensuring a "right first time" approach to quality. PRODUCTION MANAGER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage production plans in line with demand, capacity, and materials Lead daily/weekly/monthly scheduling and drive on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery Improve schedule adherence and reduce reactive firefighting Coordinate across Engineering, Purchasing, QA, and Operations Track performance, resolve issues, and lead root cause analysis Champion quality standards and continuous improvement (Lean) Lead, develop, and performance manage the production team Create job cards, ensure that targets / KPI's are set, and establish regular cadence (production reviews, issue resolution, KPI tracking) to monitor performance Oversee and improve processes, documentation and work instructions Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies Manage, supervise and lead the production team, setting objectives aligned to delivery and quality Hold regular 1-2-1's with team to ensure optimum performance across the production team. THE IDEAL PRODUCTION MANAGER WILL HAVE: Previous experience in a Production Manager, Production Supervisor, or similar Warehouse / Operations role Strong planning, scheduling, and organisational skills Proven ability to meet production targets and deadlines Hands-on leadership style with a focus on accountability and quality Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement methodologies Engineering or manufacturing-related qualification (or equivalent, through experience) Experience with ERP/MRP systems (desirable) THE BENEFITS: Competitive salary (up to £45k) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Free parking on site Early finish on a Friday Additional benefits to be discussed during application process This is a great opportunity for a proactive Production Leader / Manager to step into a role with real ownership and impact