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Role: Production Manager
Salary: Up to £55k DOE
Shifts: Monday - Friday Days (Occasionally working 6-2 / 2-10 when needed)
We're looking for a Production Manager to work alongside the Manufacturing Manager in overseeing the daily operations of a busy production facility. With approximately 100 employees and six Team Leaders reporting directly into this role, you'll be a key player in achieving operational excellence across areas such as welding, machining, pressing, robotic welding, and painting.
The role:
Lead and support Team Leaders and production teams (100+ employees)
Create and manage production plans to achieve >98% on-time delivery
Drive performance in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP)
Oversee the launch of new products and continuous improvement activities
Ensure standards are met, including IATF 16949 and ISO 45001
Develop team leaders to run day-to-day operations independently
Support systems such as ERP, QMS, and Pirana
Act as site lead when the Manufacturing Manager is awayIdeal candidate:
Proven experience in production or operations management in automotive or manufacturing would be desirable
Strong people leadership skills
Experience with shift-based teams, but working on a day shift
Skilled in lean tools, problem solving (8D), and visual management
Confident communicator with strong planning and organisational skills
Proactive and always looking for ways to improveYou can get up to £2000 New Employee bonus within your 1st year of working for this business
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