Overview
The Production Manager will ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacture of all products for the customer whilst maintaining all manufacturing assets and related equipment. This site is predominantly an Extrusion Blow Moulding site with additional Stretch Blow Moulding machines.
Responsibilities
* Oversee daily production to maximise efficiency, output, and profitability, supporting engineers and resolving process issues as needed.
* Plan and manage production schedules, assigning duties, authorising overtime, and ensuring resources meet demand.
* Be a key collaborator with our on-site customer and act as a key point of contact.
* Monitor and analyse production data, preparing daily, monthly, and financial reports for management.
* Lead and develop the Production Department, including recruitment, training, performance management, shift scheduling, and team meetings.
* Drive continuous improvement by reducing downtime, minimising material waste, and ensuring all procedures and quality standards are followed.
* Promote and enforce health, safety, and environmental standards, maintaining a clean and compliant workplace.
* Ensure policies and procedures are up to date, clearly communicated, and consistently applied across all shifts.
Qualifications
* Significant recent experience within a fast-paced production environment with experience operating at Production Manager level; industry-relevant experience is highly advantageous (Manufacturing).
* Experience with Extrusion Blow Moulding or Stretch Blow Moulding technology would be highly advantageous.
* Strong people management experience.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Highly organised and able to prioritise effectively.
* Substantial exposure to safe working practices within an FMCG organisation.
* Confident and professional with the ability to inspire and motivate people.
What you can expect working with us
Salary £50,000 - £55,000 Dependant on Experience
Benefits package including generous pension contributions, Life Assurance, Employee Christmas vouchers, and PerkBox – High Street brand discounts and Long service awards.
Company and Benefits
* Full Training package provided
* Free uniform and PPE
* Great rates of pay and overtime opportunities
* Free parking on site
* Life assurance from day one
* Company Pension scheme
* Sick pay scheme
* Maternity and paternity pay scheme
* Christmas vouchers for you and your children
* Long service awards
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