Job Description
Our client is a growing and technically advanced manufacturing business and is seeking a Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations across a complex assembly and manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on leadership role within a business entering a significant growth phase. You'll play a key role in shaping production processes, improving operational performance and building a manufacturing function capable of supporting future expansion.
The role would suit someone from a manufacturing, assembly or advanced engineering environment who enjoys balancing operational delivery with continuous improvement and team development.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily production activities
- Create and adapt production schedules
- Lead and develop production teams
- Implement KPIs and operational metrics
- Improve productivity, workflow and manufacturing efficiency
- Support inventory and material availability
- Work closely with engineering, supply chain and quality teams
- Drive continuous improvement activities across the shop floor
- Support production readiness for new products and engineering changes
What We're Looking For
- Experience within a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Assembly Manager role
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and production planning
- Experience leading teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- KPI management and operational reporting experience
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Comfortable operating within evolving and changing environments
Desirable
- Advanced manufacturing, automotive, defence, aerospace or electro-mechanical assembly experience
- Experience within scaling manufacturing operations
- Lean manufacturing exposure
- ERP/MRP system knowledge
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing operation where you can genuinely influence processes, systems, culture and future operational performance.
