Role Overview
This is a hands-on, dynamic role split between the office and a busy shop floor. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery while maintaining strong communication with customers and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate day-to-day production activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Communicate directly with customers regarding delivery schedules and ensure deadlines are consistently met
* Plan and allocate materials effectively to support production demands
* Monitor productivity levels and implement improvements where necessary
* Lead, motivate, and manage shop floor employees to maintain high performance and morale
* Ensure all production processes meet quality and safety standards
* Interpret and work from technical drawings to support manufacturing accuracy
* Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and operational efficiency
* Balance time effectively between office-based planning and hands-on shop floor management
Requirements
* Proven experience in a production management role, ideally within roofing, cladding, or a related manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflow management
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication skills, particularly in customer-facing situations
* Experience managing teams and driving productivity improvements
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines