Our client, a well-established precision engineering company, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and oversee manufacturing operations within their busy production facility. The company supplies high-quality machined components to a range of industries and prides itself on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong leadership skills and a solid background in CNC manufacturing to play a key role in driving production performance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and oversee daily production operations within the CNC machining facility.
* Lead, motivate, and develop a team of machinists, setters, and production staff.
* Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer deadlines and maximise machine utilisation.
* Monitor production output, efficiency, and quality standards.
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to increase productivity.
* Work closely with engineering, quality, and planning teams to resolve production issues.
* Ensure all work complies with required quality standards, drawings, and specifications.
* Maintain a strong focus on health & safety across the production environment.
* Track and report on key performance indicators including output, downtime, scrap, and delivery performance.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership role within a CNC or precision engineering environment.
* Strong understanding of CNC milling and/or turning processes.
* Experience managing production teams within a manufacturing environment.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Strong organisational, planning, and leadership skills.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools is beneficial.
* Knowledge of continuous improvement practices such as Lean manufacturing is advantageous.
What Our Client Offers
* £40-45k salary
* Dayshift role
* Excellent pension scheme
* Opportunities for career progression
* A supportive and professional working environment
* Ongoing training and development opportunities