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Are you an experienced Production Manager looking to work in a fast‑paced, global, market‑leading company? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to join our talented team at our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester.
The Production Manager role overview
You will be responsible for leading our production team and collaborating with other department heads to meet strategic business goals, focusing on guiding and developing your direct reports and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Your Responsibilities as a Production Manager
* Oversee and lead production teams, managing schedules and resources to meet business goals
* Identify bottlenecks and implement Lean manufacturing methodologies to improve processes, reduce costs and maintain high standards
* Collate and report on KPIs, ensuring all products are tested and packed to quality standards and that the site facilities are well‑maintained
* Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) including output, efficiency, downtime and waste reduction
* Ensure devices are thoroughly tested, packed and dispatch‑ready while maintaining adherence to company policies, industry regulations and safety requirements
* Work with other departments and overseas operations to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement
* Manage budgets, forecast production needs and control operational costs
* Train, mentor and evaluate team performance to build a high‑performing team
Your Skills & Experience
* 5 + years of experience as a Production or Manufacturing Manager, ideally within an electro‑mechanical product environment
* Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies, offshore manufacturing exposure and automated production processes would be advantageous
* Strong skills in people management, performance evaluation, organisation and team motivation
* Clear communication and influencing skills to drive collaboration across all departments
* A flexible nature with the ability to plan on a long‑term basis, whilst making contingency allowances and solving production and dispatch issues
Your Package & Perks
* A competitive salary
* Flexible working hours
* 32 days holiday (including public holidays)
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay
* Enhanced Pension Contribution
* Healthcare Insurance (including dental)
* Wellbeing support
* Life Insurance
* Income Protection Insurance
* Educational Sponsorship
* Electric Car Scheme
* Free secure parking
* On‑site electric car charging points
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Informal dress code
* Really good coffee
We’re Innovative…
Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, with offices on five continents and around 400 employees, we provide retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with secure payment technology and facial analysis solutions.
By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive, we’ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, while offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You’ll find us on the edge of the Pennines, less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links.
We are proud to be a supportive employer, recognised with the Investors in People (IIP) Silver Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to valuing, developing and empowering our team.
What’s next?
If you’re an experienced Production Manager and want to join our award‑winning team working on the latest cutting‑edge technology, we want to hear from you.
As a disability‑confident employer, we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria who state they have a disability within their application.
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