Production Manager
Location: Oldbury, West Midlands
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000(depending on experience)
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent
Industry: Manufacturing
We are recruiting an experienced Production Manager on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Oldbury. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing production operations while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
This position would suit a Production Manager with strong manufacturing experience who can review existing processes, implement improvements, and influence operational strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage daily production operations within a manufacturing environment
Review existing production processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency and performance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across quality, delivery, cost, and productivity
Monitor KPIs and use data to identify areas for improvement
Develop and support production teams, driving performance and engagement
Work closely with senior leadership, providing updates and contributing to operational planning
Ensure compliance with health and safety and manufacturing standards
Support implementation of Lean manufacturing and operational best practices
Requirements
Proven experience as a Production Manager within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production operations
Experience driving process improvements and operational change
Excellent leadership and people management skills
Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
Experience working with KPIs, production data, and performance metrics
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement is advantageous
Benefits
Competitive salary
Stable and growing manufacturing business
Opportunity to drive real operational improvements
Long-term career progression opportunities