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Production Manager
Job Posted: 8 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Quedgeley, Gloucestershire
Expire in: 20 days
Job Description
We’re supporting our client, a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturer, in their search for a Production Manager to lead and drive performance. This is a critical leadership role, responsible for managing a production team, optimising output, and driving continuous improvement across various departments.
While technical knowledge of extrusion is welcomed, it is not essential, as the site boasts a highly capable technical team. The focus here is people leadership, operational performance, and cross-functional coordination.
As Production Manager your Key Responsibilities will be:
* Manage daily operations across production areas, ensuring performance targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are met.
* Upskill and develop production staff through enhanced training plans, skills matrices, and structured progression paths.
* Monitor and analyse production data to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance overall plant efficiency.
* Ensure all production records, paperwork, and digital tracking (e.g., MES systems) are accurately completed and maintained.
* Drive strict adherence to Health & Safety policies, performing regular audits and always ensuring safe working practices.
* Build strong internal and external relationships, liaising with departments such as transport, maintenance, and planning to support operational success.
* Lead the team through procedural adherence, ensuring SOPs and work instructions are followed and continuously improved.
* Support and lead continuous improvement activities and lean initiatives across production cells.
* Conduct regular performance reviews, RTWs, and development appraisals for all team members.
* Take ownership of key production decisions relating to workflow, resource planning, and schedule adherence.
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and operational discipline across all areas.
Candidate Requirements for the role of Production Manager:
Experience & Qualifications:
* A minimum of 4 years' experience in a leadership role within a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
* ILM Level 3 or equivalent management qualification (desirable).
* Demonstrable experience in people development, coaching, and team performance management.
* Proven record of managing change, driving culture, and leading by example.
* Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and lean manufacturing principles.
* IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification preferred.
* Strong IT skills – proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Key Skills & Attributes:
* Clear and confident communicator at all levels, both written and verbal.
* Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate, influence, and support staff development.
* Highly organised, with a structured and proactive approach to managing tasks and priorities.
* Data-driven mindset – confident analysing trends and taking action to improve KPIs.
* Resilient under pressure and decisive when it counts.
* Passionate about continuous improvement and challenging the norm.
* Commercially aware and a strong strategic thinker, capable of aligning operational goals with business strategy.
Desirable:
* Any prior exposure to extrusion, plastics, or process-based manufacturing is advantageous but not requiredBefore You Apply
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