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Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Leicester
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday–Friday (Flexible Days)
Benefits: Pension scheme, on-site parking, employee recognition, Earning potential, long-service awards, Progression Routes.
We’re recruiting for an experienced Production Manager to join a long-established, family-run precision engineering company with over 50 years in the carbide and tooling sector. This is a rare leadership opportunity, arising due to the retirement of a valued team member.
This hands-on role will see you managing day-to-day production while continuing the company’s legacy of quality, reliability, and technical excellence in carbide manufacturing.
Production Manager Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee all daily carbide production operations
Manage and support a highly skilled production team
Ensure quality control, process efficiency, and production deadlines are met
Collaborate closely with technical, planning, and quality departments
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
Maintain a strong focus on health & safety and operational best practices
Report on production performance and KPIs to senior management
Production Manager Specification:Essential:
Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar leadership role within the carbide or tooling industry
Strong technical understanding of carbide manufacturing processes or tooling.
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a hands-on environment
Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
Good communication and interpersonal skillsDesirable:
Experience with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement strategies
Engineering qualifications or relevant technical trainingFor more information about the Production Manager – Carbide & Tooling position or to apply, contact Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington
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