Production Manager - Sheet Metal

Position: Production Manager - Sheet Metal

Location: Needham Market, England

Salary: Circa £43,000

A progressive manufacturing company, Prometal Manufacturing Ltd, is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead and coordinate production activities. This role focuses on practical, on-the-floor leadership, driving process improvements, mentoring staff, and ensuring production targets and quality standards are consistently met.

The company specialises in metal fabrication and manufacturing, offering a dynamic and modern workshop environment.

Job Overview

Lead daily production operations and ensure targets are achieved

Quote accurately for new jobs

Mentor and guide shop floor staff in best practices and safety

Actively participate in production work to support the team

Identify production issues and implement effective solutions

Ensure quality assurance standards are upheld

Collaborate with management on continuous improvement initiatives

Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

Requirements

Proven experience in production management within metal fabrication or manufacturing

Excellent practical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and fix workshop issues (CAD Punch & Press Brakes, Welding & Fabrication)

Strong leadership and people management skills

Demonstrated problem-solving ability and decision-making skills

Commitment to working directly on the production floor and leading by example

Effective communication and organisational skills

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Adaptable and flexible

Salary & Benefits

Hours of Work

• 12-week temporary contract (Temp to Perm)
• Full-time, hands-on role on the production floor
• Flexible hours depending on production demands (standard hours are 09:00-16:30 Monday Thursday and 06:00-13:30 Fridays)

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary circa £43,000
• Opportunity for permanent role after temporary contract
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Health Benefit Scheme after 2 years

188 hours holiday April-March

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.