Production Manager

West Midlands Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for continuously improving the manufacturing operations in terms of productivity, quality, safety & operating expense by utilising lean manufacturing techniques. You will also take responsibility for the Maintenance of the sites, its services & production machinery & tooling area.
  • Senior Leadership Team role
  • Growth & Development

About Our Client

A true UK manufacturer, with over a 100 year history, manufacturing & providing innovative & reliable products globally, supporting with customer vision from design to production. As the Production Manager, you will play a key part in driving the business forward into the future.

Job Description

  • Manage operational activities through production supervisors and cell leaders in terms of safety, quality, material flow and cost efficiency to meet the operational and commercial objectives of the business.
  • A people leader responsible for the Recruitment, Development & Performance Management of all production team members working closely with HR on policy and the adherence to HR process.
  • Ensure all safety, environmental, and regulatory issues are complied with and any non-conformance or poor practice is dealt with in a timely and efficient manner in collaboration with the HSQE Team .
  • Responsible for planning and executing production requirements to meet or exceed customer requirements while embedding a culture of continuously improving HSQE outcomes within the production environment using 5S, LEAN as well as other progressive manufacturing methodologies
  • Responsible for developing and delivering the company maintenance plan through the maintenance team. Production equipment & tooling as well as site and building maintenance is to be completed in line with agreed schedules considering applicable regulation and industry best practice.
  • Report monthly variance to budget and site performance.
  • Manage conflict situations and resolve differences in both formal and informal settings.
  • Utilise analytical skills to reduce complexity and give perspective to situations.
  • Assess opportunities and risks to give recommendations for future direction.
  • Show a proactive approach to change and encourage continuous improvement in everything we do.
  • Show initiative and be decisive in the decision making process.
  • Ensure execution at all levels of the organisation.
  • Be sensitive to customer requirements and expectations while having a deep understanding of the markets in which we compete.
  • Inspire a sense responsibility and loyalty to the company.

The Successful Applicant

You will be an experienced Production/Operations Manager with a background in manufacturing (sheet metal would be desirable), along with:

  • A recognised Manufacturing qualification OR demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of production processes and operational management.
  • Good understanding of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.
  • Effective leadership and communication skills to manage teams successfully - Team of 43
  • Problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments to achieve business objectives.

What's on Offer

  • £60,000 - £70,000/annum
  • Benefits package
  • Senior Leadership team role
  • Progression & Development opportunity



Contact
Anthony Baker
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7066684
Phone number
+44 121 230 9423

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Production, Manufacturing
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
West Midlands
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Anthony Baker
Consultant phone
+44 121 230 9423
Job reference
JN-072026-7066684