A well-established UK manufacturing business is looking to appoint an experienced Production Manager to lead its manufacturing operation in Staffordshire.
This is a key site-based leadership role with responsibility for day-to-day production performance, people leadership, safety, quality and continuous improvement. You will be joining an established operation with a strong technical focus and a clear commitment to developing its people and processes.
The successful candidate will be a visible, hands-on leader who can balance operational delivery with longer-term improvement, while building an engaged and accountable production team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet customer requirements
Manage, coach and develop production supervisors and shopfloor teams
Maintain high standards of health, safety and operational compliance
Drive continuous improvement, including lean principles, OEE and waste reduction
Monitor and improve key production measures including output, quality, downtime and efficiency
Manage production budgets and identify opportunities to improve cost performance
Work closely with colleagues across quality, planning, maintenance, commercial and supply chain functions
Support recruitment, training, development and succession planning within the production team
About You
Proven experience in a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or similar leadership position
Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams
Practical understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
Good knowledge of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing environment
Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator, comfortable working with both shopfloor teams and senior stakeholders
A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the credibility to lead from the front
The Package
£55,000-£60,000 salary
10% contributory pension scheme
33 days' holiday including bank holidays
Gym membership
Permanent, full-time position
Location & Working Pattern
Staffordshire-based manufacturing site. This is a hands-on, site-based leadership role supporting a 24/7 operation.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced production leader looking for your next opportunity within an established manufacturing environment, please apply with your CV for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per year