Production Manager

Production Manager | Shop Floor Leadership | Up to £60,000

A well-established manufacturer is looking for a Production Manager to run the factory and help the business grow.

This is a practical leadership role. You will take ownership of how work moves through the site — planning the team, keeping quality and delivery on track, and finding better ways to build product without adding unnecessary cost or time.

The role

• Run day-to-day production and keep jobs moving

• Plan labour and materials so work can start on time

• Lead and brief the team each day

• Work closely with design, quality, purchasing and management

• Track output, quality and despatch performance

• Improve processes, layouts and lead times

• Maintain safety standards and accurate production records

What we’re looking for

• Solid mechanical manufacturing experience

• Previous production or workshop leadership

• Confident reading drawings and technical information

• Used to driving lean / continuous improvement

• Strong organiser who can lead a team

• Comfortable with ERP systems and Microsoft Office

• CAD experience would be an advantage

The package

• Up to around £60,000, more for the right person

• Chance to shape how production runs in a growing business