Job Description
Production Manager
Monday – Friday days
West Yorkshire – outskirts of Shipley
Are you a hands-on production leader with a strong engineering background and a passion for operational excellence? Our client, a leading player in the engineering sector, is looking for a Production Manager to take ownership of their day-to-day production operations and drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
As Production Manager, you’ll oversee the company’s production function, ensuring robust systems and procedures are followed, and leading a team of dedicated Team Leaders and Operatives. You’ll be a key figure in maintaining production efficiency, upholding quality standards, and fostering a positive, safe working environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Production Manager include:
* Lead the production team, offering day-to-day guidance and support
* Drive adherence to company quality systems and ensure compliance with relevant standards
* Promote and enforce Health & Safety policies, ensuring safe working practices are embedded across the team
* Communicate clearly and consistently with your team, conducting regular updates, briefings, and toolbox talks
* Attend contract review meetings and liaise with external inspectors and notified bodies
* Oversee the management of documentation packs and life-time records from creation to delivery in line with customer requirements
We’re keen to speak to Production Managers with the below skills and experience:
* A solid management background within an engineering environment
* Knowledge of welding-related standards such as BS EN ISO 9606-1, BS EN ISO 15609-1, and BS EN ISO 15614-1 is essential
* You’re a natural leader who can inspire and engage teams across the business
* Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or NEBOSH) would be beneficial
* Comfortable using MS Office and working across both office and shop floor environments
* Strong management, communication, and technical/commercial awareness
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a tangible impact in a growing and supportive environment. If you're ready to step into a leadership role that combines strategy, hands-on management, and engineering expertise — we’d love to hear from you.