Impact Recruitment are currently working with a growing, globally recognised manufacturing business based in Corby who are looking to recruit a Production Manager to support operations across both their UK and USA facilities. This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside senior leadership, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in shaping operational standards across an international business.
This role offers significant international travel, extensive exposure to both UK and US operations, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on business performance and growth.
Location: Corby / Connecticut USA
Hours: 40 hours per week (site-based)
Salary: £50,000+ Bonus & Company Benefits
Duties:
* Lead and drive daily production and operational activities to ensure customer orders are delivered on time and to the required standards
* Support and challenge local management teams to improve productivity, efficiency, and overall business performance
* Identify bottlenecks within production plans and implement solutions to improve operational flow
* Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, standardisation, visual management, and process optimisation
* Develop and implement SOPs, checklists, handovers, and operational controls to improve consistency across sites
* Work closely with production, planning, supply chain, and management teams to improve communication and delivery performance
* Monitor KPIs and provide regular updates on progress, risks, and improvement projects
* Support training and capability development across operational teams
* Drive alignment and consistency between UK and USA operations
* Travel regularly between the UK and USA to support operational delivery and improvement projects
The ideal candidate must:
* Have previous experience as a Production Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership role
* Have a proven track record of leading teams and driving operational improvements within a manufacturing or engineering environment
* Demonstrate strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience
* Be a confident communicator capable of building relationships across all levels of a business
* Be highly organised, proactive, and able to identify and resolve issues before they impact performance
* Have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Hold a valid UK Driving Licence
* Live within a reasonable commuting distance of Corby
* Be willing to travel extensively, including regular periods working within the USA
Desirable:
* Experience working with metals, engineering products, or industrial manufacturing processes
* Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing qualifications
* Previous experience managing international operations or multi-site facilities
Benefits:
* Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
* 3-5% annual performance bonus
* 1% annual loyalty bonus
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
* Company-funded accommodation whilst working in the USA
* Business travel expenses covered in line with company policy
* Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business growth
* Long-term progression opportunities within a growing international business
If this role sounds of interest to you then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Impact Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client
Salary description
£50000.00 - £52000.00 per year