Production Director

Hays; Walsall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in high-integrity fabrication is seeking a Director of Production to oversee operations and support growth. The role involves managing a diverse team, ensuring production efficiency, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fabrication and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

26 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Qualifications

• Strong background in fabrication and welding.
• Experience in senior management role within fabrication or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of production staff.
• Oversee production workflow and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

This is a new and exciting permanent opportunity for this well-known leader in high-integrity fabrication.

Your new company:

This is a new and exciting permanent opportunity for this well-known industry leader in high-integrity fabrication, welding, tube manipulation & machining for a Director of Production (fabrication). Established in 1974 and based in the West Midlands, this company maintains a wealth of knowledge and experience manufacturing for the following industries: Power generation, petrochemical, oil & gas, process plant, environmental & nuclear. They have 8 purpose-built manufacturing workshops that cover over 80,000 sqft, of which 10,000 sqft is a dedicated clean conditions area. Each shop is equipped with overhead cranes ranging from 5 tonnes to 100 tonne lifting capacity. They are accredited to ISO 9001, 14001 & 18001 and also hold BS EN 1090 pt. 2 (execution of steel structures) and a range of ASME stamps including U, S, PP & R. Recently, they have been recognized as fit for nuclear, demonstrating their procedures, personnel, and skills for the UK's civil nuclear programme.

This dedication to quality control & assurance, while maintaining a competitive edge, enhances their reputation in manufacturing heat exchangers (super heater elements, economisers, evaporators, membrane panels, headers, manifolds), pressure vessels, pipework, burners, ducting, tanks, silos & structural components.

Your new role:

They seek a dynamic and experienced Director of Production (Fabrication) to join their senior management team. This new role aims to strengthen their organizational structure and support future growth. The successful candidate will oversee the production department, ensuring effective and efficient operation of fabrication workshops.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and lead a team of production staff, including HR Assistant, Production Planner, Production Manager, 4/5 Supervisors, and approximately 70 workshop operatives. Provide leadership to meet production objectives.
2. Oversee and manage production workflow, ensuring timely processing of work packages and achievement of targets.
3. Manage resources within workshops, including platers, fitters, tube manipulators, welders, operatives, and apprentices, ensuring adequate staffing and resourcing.
4. Ensure smooth workshop load planning, resource allocation, and project planning. Monitor capacities to meet deadlines and targets.
5. Take ownership of staff training and succession planning, fostering development through ongoing training and mentorship. Assist onboarding of new starters and apprentices.
6. Manage tooling, jigs, and fixtures, ensuring production processes meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
7. Maintain a safe and compliant work environment, monitoring health and safety policies and procedures.

What you'll need to succeed:

The ideal candidate could be an experienced Production Director with knowledge and experience in a senior management role within a fabrication or manufacturing SME, or a manager seeking the next career step and willing to learn.

• Strong background in fabrication and welding, with experience in tube and plate fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with a track record of leading large, diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and workshop operations, including load planning, resource allocation, and project management.
• Ability to work autonomously, using initiative to solve problems and drive improvements.
• Experience liaising with customers, managing relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Strong understanding of quality control and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, promoting teamwork and cross-department collaboration.

What you'll get in return:

This is an onsite role, five days a week. You will receive a competitive salary, 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and a company pension.

What to do now:

If interested, click 'apply now' to send your updated CV or call us for more information. If this role isn't quite right, contact us for a confidential career discussion.