Production Manager – High-Volume Manufacturing Site
Location: Wirral, Merseyside
Salary: £50,000–£55,000 + 10% Bonus
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A leading international packaging manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager to oversee a busy production site producing millions of bottles and caps per week for major FMCG clients. This is a rare opportunity to step into a role with immediate impact, as the current Production Manager is being promoted to Operations Manager.
The Role:
You will lead a team of 70 staff, ensuring production runs efficiently and safely while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your focus will include:
* Managing daily production and schedules to maximise output and efficiency
* Implementing lean manufacturing practices and reducing downtime
* Leading, training, and developing your team
* Ensuring strict adherence to health & safety and quality standards
* Preparing daily, monthly, and financial production reports
* Acting as a key point of contact for on-site stakeholders
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a Production Manager in plastics, FMCG, or automotive manufacturing
* Strong leadership, people management, and team development skills
* Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
* RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and H+S experience essential
Why This Role:
This is a chance to join a well-established, high-volume manufacturing environment with a supportive leadership team and clear career progression opportunities. Competitive salary with bonus and benefits included.
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