An established manufacturing company based in Birmingham requires a production manager. Duties: * Planning the production schedule using factory management software. * Implement, communicate, control and monitor the schedule, and adjust where needed. * Continuously review requirements of the order book to ensure sufficient capacity in the factory to meet customer needs. * Analyse production and quality control to detect and correct problems. * Continually review staff performance identifying any training required. Conduct return to work meetings, and handle any disciplinary issues. * Responsible for the correct use and maintenance of all factory equipment, organising any necessary repairs. * Accountable for Health and Safety within the production area, both for your own team and anyone who accesses that area. Requirements: * Minimum 3 years experience in a production / manufacturing manager role or equivalent. * Experience of working within agreed targets, KPI’s, and deadlines. * Good Microsoft Office skills and experience working with in-house systems. Hours: * 7am to 4pm Monday to Friday. This is a permanent position that starts immediately