- Production Manager -
Purpose: To co-ordinate work to ensure that all parts are manufactured correctly in the most accurate, timely and efficient manner, whilst ensuring a trained and motivated team are working to all company procedures. To continually improve product output and quality in line with our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Line Management: This role reports into the General Manager and has line management responsibility for the Production Team.
Role Duties
* Plan and delegate priorities on a daily basis as appropriate.
* Manage sickness absence and attendance including authorise holiday requests and arrange any additional cover.
* Ensure team members have sufficient training to fulfil their roles, to cover absent team members and manage flexible working demands.
* Adhere to all documented Quality Procedures.
* Set and run machinery safely (inclusive of sliding and fixed head CNCs machines, with Fanuc controls, lathes, drilling/tapping).
* Carry out first‑off and job run inspection of machined parts.
* Co‑ordinate and report on monthly production KPIs.
* Work closely with the Operations Manager and General Manager to ensure all parts are manufactured in a timely and efficient manner.
* Manage and action any machine maintenance.
* Accountable for Tooling Reps and ensure shop floor is well‑equipped and support necessary tooling sales and orders.
* Ensure all KPI targets are met in order to achieve profitability (On Time Deliveries, Arrears Management & Quality targets).
* Comply with UFCs mission, values, quality systems and procedures.
* Contribute to a positive and inspiring working environment.
* Take an active part in interviewing and assessing new team members.
* To keep the General Manager informed and updated regularly, especially if any critical problems arise.
* Identify and offer suggestions to improve efficiencies within production.
* Raise concerns regarding undesirable conditions within the organisation and propose potential solutions for improvement.
* Assist the Factory Management team with reasonable ad‑hoc requests.
Management Duties
As a member of the management team you are also expected to:
* Pursue a culture of right first time within your team.
* Manage, lead and control your team to drive forward continuous improvements, identifying development opportunities for the team and individuals.
* Ensure high standards of discipline are maintained and manage any issues that require disciplinary action.
* Identify training needs for your team and ensure these are provided.
* Oversee attendance, holidays etc., to ensure cover is provided in your area at all times.
* Ensure roles are communicated and clearly understood.
* Actively participate and prepare for regular management meetings.
Company Expected Standards
In addition to the task above as a staff member of the company you are also expected to:
* Maintain regular consistent attendance and punctuality.
* Adhere to the Health & Safety and Ethical Behaviour Policies & Procedures, at all times.
* Maintain a flexible approach.
* Support colleagues in sharing knowledge and skills to create continuous skills development.
* Support the business objectives at all times.
* Assist with other business projects that may occur from time to time.
* Work with colleagues to ensure the implementation of all company’s policies, objectives and KPI’s.
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