Assistant Production Manager

ASC Connections; Walsall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in steel construction-related products is looking for an Assistant Production Manager near Walsall. This new position supports the Production Manager in ensuring production goals are met and maintaining a motivated team within a growing company. The role involves overseeing large teams, implementing production changes, and ensuring safety compliance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for significant impact in a growing company

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Opportunities for learning and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience leading a production team in fabrication and welding environments.
• Ability to manage large teams and ensure staffing and safety compliance.
• Experience in conducting investigations and disciplinary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of around 50 staff to achieve production goals.
• Lead three production areas including steel fabrication.
• Implement changes and monitor effectiveness in production.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Job description

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A manufacturer of steel construction-related products supplied nationally is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to join their team near Walsall.

The company has been operating for over 50 years with multiple facilities across the Black Country. Recently, due to a surge in business, turnover has doubled, creating a need for key hires to implement new systems, processes, and modern ways of working to reduce costs.

This is a new position designed to support the Production Manager in achieving production targets OTIF (On Time In Full) and within budget. The production team comprises approximately 80 skilled workers including welders, fabricators, metal workers, machinists, and logistics staff.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Assistant Production Manager will oversee a team of around 50 staff to ensure production goals are met. Responsibilities include training, mentoring, managing absenteeism, disciplinary actions, health and safety compliance, and more.

Main responsibilities include:

• Leading three production areas on site, including steel fabrication, and elevating production standards
• Implementing changes within the factory and monitoring their effectiveness
• Collaborating with the wider team to ensure availability of materials and tools, optimizing for effectiveness and cost-efficiency
• Training and developing staff to maintain a highly skilled, motivated, and capable team
• Managing budgets and seeking cost-saving opportunities
• Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety procedures

Requirements for success:

• Experience leading a production team, preferably within fabrication and welding environments
• Ability to manage large teams effectively, ensuring appropriate staffing and safety compliance
• Experience conducting investigations and disciplinary procedures
• Strong communication skills and relationship-building abilities

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for learning and professional growth

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