Locations
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary
£40,000 - £55,000 per annum
Description
Impact Recruitment are supporting an established and well‑respected manufacturing business based in Northampton with recruiting for a Production Manager to lead site operations and oversee a skilled workforce. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong people leader to take ownership of a stable operation while driving engagement, performance, and continuous improvement.
This role is heavily focused on people management. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a positive working environment, developing team capability, and ensuring efficient day‑to‑day production processes. The position offers genuine scope for progression within a supportive organisation.
Working Hours
Monday-Friday 7am-4pm (Flexibility on hours)
Location
Northampton
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate, and manage the workforce to achieve operational targets
* Promote a positive and collaborative culture focused on engagement and accountability
* Oversee daily production activities and ensure smooth workflow across departments
* Manage staffing levels, planning, and resource allocation
* Monitor performance and implement improvements to productivity and efficiency
* Support training and development to build team capability
* Ensure health & safety standards are maintained across the site
* Work closely with senior leadership to support operational strategy
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across people and processes
About You
* Proven experience in a people management or supervisory role within manufacturing, production, or a transferable environment
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Hands‑on approach with the ability to engage teams at all levels
* Experience managing processes and improving operational performance
* Positive, proactive, and solution‑focused mindset
* Comfortable working on‑site in Northampton
What's On Offer
* Permanent, on‑site opportunity
* Flexible salary dependent on experience and capability
* Strong emphasis on leadership development and progression
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to shape team culture and drive improvements
* Long‑term career growth within a stable business
If you are a people‑focused leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact and develop your career, we would welcome your application.
Impact are working on behalf of a client as a Recruitment Business.
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