Production Manager Location: Beith, KA15 1LY Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year (DOE) Bonus! Contract: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: • Company pension • Life insurance • Free on-site parking • Further training in your career for the right candidate • Opportunity to shape systems and processes in a growing, multi-sector engineering firm About Us At Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication Ltd, we deliver tailored fabrication and installation services to leading clients across the Food & Drink, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Industrial, and Construction sectors. We’re known for our technical excellence, craftsmanship, and dependable project delivery from concept through to completion. As our company continues to grow, we’re now seeking a senior-level Production Operations Manager & Systems Coordinator to take ownership of contract delivery, digital systems, and project performance across the business. The Role This is a strategic and operational leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. You’ll coordinate production schedules, client reporting, project finances, digital workflows, and compliance—ensuring all engineering contracts are delivered efficiently, safely, and profitably. Key Responsibilities Contract & Project Management • Lead engineering contracts from pre-award to completion • Coordinate project delivery schedules with internal teams and procurement • Ensure projects meet agreed scope, budget, and timelines Digital Systems & Reporting • Implement and manage digital systems (e.g. ClickUp, SharePoint, Excel, MS Project) • Monitor project KPIs, labour hours, progress, and financials • Provide monthly performance reports and risk tracking to senior management Client & Commercial Oversight • Act as the main point of contact with clients and stakeholders • Manage contract claims, change orders, and payment applications • Maintain accurate, real-time financial visibility across projects Operational Coordination • Liaise between production, procurement, and planning departments • Ensure resources (labour, materials, equipment) align with production needs • Monitor internal capacity against contract timelines Compliance & HSE • Own responsibility for RAMS, COSHH, toolbox talks, and site safety documentation • Promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement in HSE and QA What we need from you Essential: • 5 years in a project, operations, or contract management role in engineering, construction, or fabrication • Strong understanding of fabrication/welding workflows • Skilled in digital planning/reporting tools (Excel, ClickUp, SharePoint, etc.) • Commercially aware with experience handling client communication, cost control, and reporting • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings • Clear communicator and team coordinator Desirable: • Hands-on fabrication experience • Formal qualifications: HND/Degree, IOSH, SSSTS/SMSTS • Forklift licence and/or CSCS (useful for site interface) Why Join Us • Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering company • Take on real responsibility in shaping how contracts and systems are delivered • Gain exposure to multi-sector projects across the UK and Ireland • Progress your career in a high-visibility role with input into operational strategy If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful within this role, click on apply today! No agencies please