Production Manager

Production Manager – Unit / Spindles

Worcester

Highly Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak, is a leading global machine tool manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence and innovation. Based at their Worcester facility, this is an opportunity to join a well-established business in a key leadership position, responsible for delivering operational performance within the Unit / Spindles production area.

The Role

Reporting into senior operations management, you will be responsible for leading production teams, driving performance against key operational targets and ensuring the successful delivery of the A-Line production plan. This role requires a strong people leader with experience managing production operations within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Chair monthly Health, Safety and Environmental performance reviews
Take overall responsibility for departmental 5S standards
Establish and deliver departmental KPIs (SQDCP)
Sign off departmental capability to deliver the A-Line plan
Lead teams to achieve on-time delivery targets
Generate and present W21 reports, ensuring productivity and capacity targets are achieved
Create and manage production action and recovery plans
Plan and allocate resources in line with production requirements
Drive productivity improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage departmental budgets
Lead recruitment activities within the department
Develop and support departmental supervisors through structured development plans
Complete performance reviews and appraisals
Manage disciplinary, attendance and performance-related matters
Coordinate training activities to support operational objectives
Manage Pro-Team and Pro-Time systems
Work closely with Machining and General Assembly teams to ensure production targets are achieved
Essential

Strong focus on quality, productivity and continuous improvement
Excellent planning and communication skills
Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
Ability to motivate and develop teams
Strong understanding of resource planning and production scheduling
Experience delivering operational and business performance targets
Experience managing NPI projects
Commitment to maintaining high workplace standards and 5S principles
Desirable

Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages
Experience developing supervisors and succession planning
Detailed understanding of manufacturing processes
Benefits include:

8% Pension Contribution
Private Healthcare
Full Sick Pay
Death in Service Cover x4
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Subsidised Restaurant
Free On-Site Parking
Genuine Career Progression Opportunities
If you are an experienced Production Manager looking to join a market-leading manufacturer with excellent benefits and long-term career prospects, we'd be keen to hear from you.

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