Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Leicester
Salary: GBP40,000 GBP45,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday Friday (Flexible Days)
Benefits: Pension scheme, on-site parking, employee recognition, Earning potential, long-service awards, Progression Routes.
We re recruiting for an experienced Production Manager to join a long-established, family-run precision engineering company with over 50 years in the carbide and tooling sector. This is a rare leadership opportunity, arising due to the retirement of a valued team member.
This hands-on role will see you managing day-to-day production while continuing the company s legacy of quality, reliability, and technical excellence in manufacturing.
Production Manager Responsibilities:
* Lead and oversee all daily production operations
* Manage and support a highly skilled production team
* Ensure quality control, process efficiency, and production deadlines are met
* Collaborate closely with technical, planning, and quality departments
* Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
* Maintain a strong focus on health & safety and operational best practices
* Report on production performance and KPIs to senior management
Production Manager Specification:
Essential:
* Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar leadership role within the tooling industry
* Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes or tooling.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a hands-on environment
* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable:
* Experience with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement strategies
* Engineering qualifications or relevant technical training
For more information about the Production Manager position or to apply, contact Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington. #J-18808-Ljbffr