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Production Manager
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We at Work Lyf Group are recruiting for a Production Manager to join our client’s team and take ownership of performance, safety, and leadership across key production areas.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
As Production Manager, you’ll report directly to the General Manager / Manufacturing Director and be accountable for:
* Leading Team Leaders, Cell Leaders, and Operatives with integrity and high personal standards
* Delivering key KPIs including Safety/EHS, OTIF, Direct Labour %, MM%, and Quality
* Championing Energy & Waste initiatives and driving continuous improvement
* Managing production schedules and bottlenecks to ensure seamless operations
* Investigating customer complaints and implementing permanent fixes
* Collaborating with Sales, Transport, Engineering, HR, and Quality teams to meet business goals
Health & Safety First
* Enforce and promote a strong EHS culture
* Maintain a clean, safe, and impressive working environment
* Uphold 5S and “Clean as You Go” standards
Leadership & People Management
* Be a visible and inspiring presence on the shop floor
* Mentor and support Supervisors and Cell Leaders
* Conduct team briefings, performance reviews, and disciplinary procedures
* Manage absence, holiday planning, and training development
* Ensure labour is deployed efficiently across all cells
Tools & Techniques You’ll Use
* SIC (Short Interval Control)
* FDS/Scanning, Fourjaw, Quality Dashboards
* Skills Matrix and Training Booklets
* Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, TPM, RACI, Fool Proofing)
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in a production or manufacturing leadership ro
* Strong understanding of KPIs and operational metrics
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Passion for continuous improvement and team development
* A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving
* Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Apply now and help us build a culture of Safety, Service, and Sustainability.
Hours
Monday - Thursday 06:00 – 15:00 & Friday 06:00 – 12:30, additional hours may be requiredBefore You Apply
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