Production Manager

The Construction Index Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks a Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations in a high-volume print environment. The role involves managing teams, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and experience in fast-paced production settings.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-volume, low-value bespoke products in print manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all production aspects in line with KPI targets.
• Establish and execute production plans to minimize backlogs.
• Drive continuous improvement and optimize throughput.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Description

Catfoss Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a well-established UK market leader to recruit a Production Manager on a permanent basis.

Position Details:

• Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum + DOE + Benefits
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - East Midlands
• Town/City: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
• Posted: 13/05/2025
• Category: Production Management

Job Purpose:

Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and the manufacturing team in a high-volume, low-value bespoke printed product environment. Ensure teams are trained, managed, developed, and deployed effectively to meet customer and company objectives. Drive continuous improvement, optimize throughput, and ensure operations align with skills and processes to meet service delivery targets. Apply lean principles and the theory of constraints with a collaborative management approach.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage all production aspects in line with KPI targets and sales goals.
2. Establish and execute production plans to minimize backlogs and meet KPI targets.
3. Provide clear reports on manufacturing progress, risks, and mitigations.
4. Support employee development and motivation initiatives.
5. Develop production metrics to support KPI achievement.
6. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and 14001, and health, safety, and environmental legislation.
7. Collaborate with sales, customer service, and e-commerce teams to support sales growth and product opportunities.
8. Participate as a key member of the senior management team.
9. Implement lean, the theory of constraints, and 5S practices where appropriate.
10. Work with HR to maintain training matrices, develop staff, and manage performance.
11. Drive change within the business.
12. Support recruitment efforts promoting diversity and inclusion.
13. Create operational solutions for volume growth and asset utilization.
14. Assist in developing and delivering the annual operating budget.

Functional Competencies:

• Decisiveness, initiative, responsibility, and leadership.
• Effective communication and team-building skills.
• Objective setting, planning, and performance monitoring.
• Customer focus and high standards for quality and quantity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience managing high-volume, low-value bespoke products with quick turnaround in print manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and change management.
• Knowledge of environment, health and safety legislation, and employment law.
• Familiarity with manufacturing IT systems and planning tools.
• Lean practitioner with proven success in process improvement.

Personal Characteristics:

• Pragmatic problem solver.
• Self-reliant with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Engaging leader capable of motivating teams internally and externally.

Suitable previous job titles include Manufacturing Manager, Production Leader, Manufacturing Supervisor, among others. Please apply as soon as possible.