Job Title: Production Unit Manager
Location: Newton Aycliffe
Salary: £41,600
Shift: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm, Friday 8:00am–3:00pm
Benefits:
* Competitive pension scheme
* 33 days holiday
* Healthcare cash plan
* Additional employee benefits programme
The Company:
Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing manufacturing organisation operating within a high-volume, quality-driven environment. Backed by global expertise and supplying into critical industrial sectors, the business has seen significant growth in recent years and continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology.This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company with a strong reputation for quality and continuous improvement.
Job Description:
As Production Unit Manager, you will take full responsibility for leading and coordinating manufacturing teams within a busy production environment. You will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading and managing production teams to meet output and performance targets
* Driving a strong culture of health & safety and quality standards
* Implementing and improving production processes and procedures
* Coaching and developing a team of Supervisors across a 24/7 function
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities
* Monitoring KPIs and driving performance improvements across the operation
* Working cross-functionally with other departments to optimise output and efficiency
* Managing inventory accuracy and addressing production challenges proactively
Skills Required:
* Proven experience in a Production Manager / Leader role within high-volume manufacturing, FMCG or automotive environments
* Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles (e.g. 5S, 5 Why, TPM, Kaizen)
* Experience working to high quality standards (e.g. IATF16949 preferred)
* Excellent leadership and people management skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
* Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Why Should You Apply?
* Join a growing, stable organisation with strong backing and long-term prospects
* Opportunity to make a real impact within a key leadership role
* Be part of a business that genuinely values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
* Excellent work-life balance with an early finish on Fridays
* Competitive salary and benefits package