Production Leader - | Kendal | £40,000 Bonus MRD Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading business services provider to recruit a Production Leader. This is a permanent, site-based role located in Kendal, reporting directly to the Operations Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and people-focused leader to join a forward-thinking organisation at the heart of the hospitality and business sector. The role is ideal for someone passionate about leading teams, driving performance, and delivering operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage daily production operations, ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery to hospitality clients. Drive a lean culture, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and service levels. Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager and wider leadership team to achieve business objectives. Manage and engage production teams, focusing on coaching, development, and performance improvement. Oversee compliance with Health & Safety, hygiene standards, and ISO procedures. Monitor and improve key KPIs, including On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery and quality metrics. Support resource planning to meet seasonal peaks and urgent customer demands. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven leadership experience in production, operations, or hospitality services. Strong people management skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams. Comfortable working with KPIs, performance metrics, and operational targets. Excellent communicator and decision-maker with a hands-on, solutions-driven approach. Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks is highly desirable. IOSH qualification would be beneficial but not essential. Why Apply? Competitive salary up to £40,000 bonus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) Company pension - Private medical, life assurance, and employee assistance programme Free on-site parking Opportunity to lead a key site within a well-established, growing organisation Be part of a business supporting some of the UK's biggest hospitality brands