Production Manager
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
We are seeking an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead and develop our clients engineering function. This senior management role is ideal for someone with a strong background in project and people management, particularly within a manufacturing or electronics environment.
Key Responsibilities as an Production Manager :
Lead and manage all aspects of New Product Introduction, from design handover to full production release
Own and drive project management for engineering deliverables, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes
Ensure complete and accurate manufacturing documentation is created
Identify, propose, and implement process improvements within the manufacturing environment to drive efficiency and quality
Act as a key liaison between design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into production
Maintain strong focus on continuous improvement, lean principles, and operational excellenceRequired Experience and Skills:
Proven experience in a production, manufacturing, or industrial engineering role within a factory environment
Demonstrated success managing New Product Introduction (NPI) projects
Strong project management capability, able to manage timelines, risks, and cross-functional coordination
Experience working with manufacturing documentation and production readiness activities
Knowledge of PCB/PCBA processes is highly desirable
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologiesWhat They Offer as Production Manager:
Competitive salary circa £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits
Opportunity to shape and develop the engineering function
High-impact role with visibility across the organisationIf this Production Manager sounds like it could be of interest, please apply now or contact Molly Brooks at ProTech