Join an experienced Manufacturing business with a dedication to quality and service for the global market.
A business recognised for innovative solutions, commitment to quality, and a collaborative working environment.
What will you be doing?
As Production Manager, you'll be the vital link between our technical ambitions and world-class manufacturing. You'll have full operational responsibility for the manufacturing department, leading an experienced and talented team through every stage of the production process.
You will champion a continuous improvement mindset, driving safety, efficiency, and excellence in all aspects of the manufacturing output.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee day-to-day operations across all manufacturing, ensuring optimal productivity, quality, and safety standards.
* Lead, inspire, and develop a skilled team of operators, programmers, and production support staff.
* Plan, coordinate, and schedule work to meet demanding order timelines and ambitious customer requirements.
* Implement lean manufacturing techniques and champion continuous process improvement, identifying opportunities for automation and workflow enhancement.
* Collaborate closely with sales, logistics, quality and engineering teams to streamline processes and deliver precisely to client specifications.
* Play a key role in capital equipment investment, technology selection, and the adoption of the future manufacturing solutions.
* Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) around quality, output, cost, and on-time delivery.
* Troubleshoot production challenges, work proactively to resolve bottlenecks, and maintain high levels of machine uptime.
* Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and professional development across the production floor.
* Oversee standards, health and safety and operational excellence.
* Purchasing, stocks and supply chain.
* Research and development.
Experience
* Experienced Manufacturing Professional – min 5 years
* Leadership qualification L5 (desirable)
* Proven experience in Continuous Improvement techniques and team development - Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen
* Strong leadership experience as a mid to senior level leader ideally in a manufacturing environment
* Must have necessary gravitas to challenge upper level for accountability of process deployment
* Manufacturing Experience (production and assembly)
* Strong knowledge of quality systems, lean manufacturing, and budget management
Skills & Competencies
* Leadership Skills
* Analytical thinking
* Problem Solving ability
* Mentor/Coach/Trainer
* Creative, innovative
* Excellent communication and people skills
* Influencing Skills
* Computer literate
* Ability to work under pressure
* Must be comfortable with "dealing with" and "removing" blockers barriers to success
* Highly organised, decisive, and proactive – thrives in responsibility and fast-paced environments
* Understanding of financial and commercial drivers.
Why work for us?
* Be part of a well-established company investing in both people and technology.
* Be part of a Global group leading the way in the market.
* Help develop the future strategy of the group manufacturing.
* Competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a real impact.
* Take the next step in your managerial career and help innovation
Personnel Benefits
Enhanced pension and leave entitlement
WPA – NHS top up scheme.
Life insurance (death in service) 3 x salary.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person