We’re hiring for a Production Manager to join a growing engineering business based in Stockport, Greater Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with CNC experience to take the reins of a busy, multi-department production team and play a key role in driving output, quality and process improvements across the shop floor.
What’s on offer?
* £50k- £55k p/a
* Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm
* Early finish on Fridays
* 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Annual bonus
* Pension contribution scheme
What will you be doing as a Production Manager?
* Leading daily operations across the CNC workshop, assembly and finishing teams
* Producing and optimising CAM programs and CNC workflows
* Planning production schedules to meet demand
* Implementing quality assurance and resolving quality issues quickly
* Mentoring and motivating a team of 8+ engineers
* Championing continuous improvement and best practices
* Working closely with the engineering and procurement teams to manage inventory, tooling and process improvements
* Managing apprenticeships and supporting staff development
What do you need?
* Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* Hands-on CNC machining experience including CNC Milling Centres, CNC Lathes and Manual Lathes
* Working knowledge of CAM software such as Edgecam (or similar)
* Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and ERP systems (SAP/other)
Apply today or speak with Jack Liddle at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.
KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted