Position: Production Manager Location: Grantham Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 A well-established, family-run engineering business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to take ownership of workshop operations and drive production. This is a hands-on leadership role, perfect for someone with a strong background in fabrication, welding, laser cutting, CNC machining, or related manufacturing disciplines. Overview Lead and manage a team of approximately 15 production staff across fabrication, welding, laser cutting, and machining Oversee all aspects of production including quality control, HSE compliance, and operational efficiency Implement processes to maximise productivity, efficiency, and output quality Collaborate with management and shopfloor teams to plan, schedule, and deliver production targets Drive innovation and continuous improvement across the workshop Maintain high standards of safety, organisation, and team performanceRequirements Strong practical background in fabrication, welding, laser cutting, CNC machining, or related engineering disciplines Proven experience managing teams in a workshop or production environment Hands-on understanding of health & safety regulations, quality control, and continuous improvement processes Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise multiple tasks while meeting deadlines Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teamsSalary and benefits £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Monday-Thursday 07:00-17.15. Friday 07:00-13:00 Competitive benefits package Supportive, team-focused environment Influence production strategy and shape workshop performance 25 days holiday bank holidays Free on-site parking Product training and ongoing development Christmas shutdownBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for