Assistant Production Manager - Lead Quality & Workflow

Chiltern; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Holiday entitlement plus bank holidays

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Chiltern is seeking an experienced Assistant Production Manager to support daily operations in a bespoke production environment. You will oversee workflows, maintain quality, support staff, and ensure orders are completed on time, while participating in planning, training, and health and safety initiatives.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership on the production floor, with a focus on continuous improvement, cost control, and maintaining high workmanship standards in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production planning to meet customer orders and bespoke specs.
• Oversee production activities to maintain quality and efficient workflows.
• Conduct in-process and final quality inspections and address issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Job description

Chiltern is seeking an experienced Assistant Production Manager to support daily operations in a bespoke production environment. You will oversee workflows, maintain quality, support staff, and ensure orders are completed on time, while participating in planning, training, and health and safety initiatives.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership on the production floor, with a focus on continuous improvement, cost control, and maintaining high workmanship standards in a fast-paced setting.