Production Manager – Manufacturing
Location: Abingdon, UK
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 Excellent Benefits
We are proud to be working in partnership with our manufacturing client, a global leader in technology, in the search for a highly capable Production Manager to join their UK manufacturing operation based in Abingdon.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and experienced individual to take ownership of a key leadership role within a world-class engineering and technology business.
The Role
This a pivotal position and will manage all aspects of production for each project, implementing pre-defined production plans and ensuring resources are effectively balanced. You will lead the entire production process as a hands-on, people-oriented leader, leveraging your strong background in manufacturing, process improvement, and Lean principles methodologies.
Production Manager Key Responsibilities Include:
Planning and managing production resources to meet output and financial targets
Monitoring production progress and ensuring timely delivery of products
Upholding quality standards across all manufacturing processes
Leading, coaching, and developing production staff through structured performance frameworks
Driving process improvements using Lean tools and best practices
Creating a culture of continuous improvement and team collaboration
Tracking production KPIs and initiating improvement plans
Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations and maintaining housekeeping standards
The Ideal Production Manager would be:
Experience within a manufacturing environment
Previous success in a production management role
Deep understanding of ERP systems and production planning
Proven track record in applying Lean and continuous improvement methodologies
Encouraging leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
What’s on Offer for you as a Production Manager?
Competitive salary and benefits package
25 days holiday
Generous Pension Contributions
Private Health Care
Employee Assistance Program
If you’re a hands-on Production Manager with a passion for excellence and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Contact David Thompson at Orion Reading.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.
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