Production Manager

Production Manager
Wakefield, WF2
£52,000 Per Annum plus benefits
Monday to Thursday, 08:00am to 16:00pm with a 30 Minute lunch. Friday 08:00am 13:30pm.
Concept Recruitment are delighted to be working with our Wakefield based client to recruit an experienced Production Manager on a full-time permanent basis.
Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:
·Manage the day-to-day operations of the fabrication and manufacturing workshop, ensuring production targets, quality standards and delivery deadlines are achieved.
·Plan and schedule production activities to maximise efficiency, machine utilisation and labour resources.
·Lead, motivate and develop the production team, promoting high standards of workmanship, accountability and teamwork.
·Oversee the operation of CNC fibre laser cutting machine, press brake, welding equipment and general fabrication machinery, ensuring they are operated safely and efficiently whilst also operating the laser, press brake and fabrication equipment alongside other operatives whilst the production facility grows and develops.
·Ensure all machinery is correctly maintained, serviced and calibrated, coordinating preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
·Monitor production performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to increase productivity, reduce waste and improve quality.
·Ensure fabricated components are manufactured to engineering drawings, specifications and company quality standards.
·Manage material flow throughout the workshop, ensuring raw materials, bought-out items and finished products are available when required.
·Work closely with Engineering, Purchasing and Contracts teams to ensure projects progress smoothly from design through manufacture to installation.
·Develop and improve workshop processes, layouts and manufacturing methods to support business growth.
·Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, PUWER requirements, COSHH requirements and company procedures.
·Prepare production reports, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report manufacturing performance to senior management.
·Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean manufacturing principles where appropriate.
Required Qualifications and Experience
·Proven experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Workshop Manager role within a fabrication or engineering environment.
·Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding and manufacturing processes.
·Experience managing CNC fibre laser cutting machines and CNC press brakes.
·Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
·Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills.
·Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation including PUWER, LOLER and COSHH.
·Experience managing production planning, resource allocation and manufacturing schedules.
·Forklift truck and overhead crane experience would be advantageous.
·Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
If you are an experienced Production Manager and looking for your next move, click “Apply” now and a member of the team will be in touch.
Concept Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this role