We are currently recruiting for a Production Manager to join a successful and growing manufacturing business based in Kettering. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day workshop operations, lead a skilled team, and ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
The business specialises in producing high-quality bespoke products for prestigious commercial and residential projects, working on impressive developments including major corporate offices and luxury properties.
Location: Kettering
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x
Duties:
Lead and manage daily factory operations, overseeing a team of 11 employees across CNC Machining, Polishing, Saw Operations and Yard functions.
Plan and coordinate production activities to ensure deadlines and quality standards are achieved.
Monitor production performance, efficiency and key operational KPIs.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste.
Ensure all products are manufactured to the highest quality standards.
Provide leadership, coaching and support to workshop teams.
Manage workflow across multiple production areas to ensure smooth operations.
Identify and resolve operational issues to minimise delays and downtime.
Maintain a strong health and safety culture across the factory.
Work closely with senior management to support business growth.
Create a positive and collaborative working environment.The ideal candidate must:
Have proven experience as a Production Manager, Factory Manager, Workshop Manager, Manufacturing Supervisor or similar leadership role.
Have previous experience within manufacturing, fabrication, stone, engineering or a similar production environment.
Ideally have experience managing teams across multiple areas of production.
Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills.
Have a hands-on approach with the ability to motivate and support shop floor teams.
Possess excellent organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Have a proactive attitude with the ability to drive improvements and positive change.
Be confident communicating with both shop floor teams and senior management.Benefits:
Competitive salary of £38,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.
Quarterly KPI-driven bonus scheme.
Overtime paid at 1.5x.
Monday to Friday working hours.
21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business.
Play a key role in supporting future growth and operational improvements.
Work on prestigious commercial and residential projects.If this role sounds of interest to you, then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Impact Recruitment are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client
Salary description
£38000.00 - £42000.00 per year