Forge Production Manager: Continuous Improvement Leader

Owen Daniels; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

10% matched pension

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a hands-on Production Manager for a Lincolnshire forge operation. You will lead production planning, delivery, safety, and team development, working with the General Manager to meet cost and quality targets.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage scheduling, and implement process enhancements. The role requires manufacturing management experience and strong communication in a world-class environment.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing management experience incl. people management.
• World-class manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• Knowledge of modern manufacturing, logistics, quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong budgeting/forecasting awareness.
• Proficient PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal communication and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support GM in achieving output, quality and cost goals.
• Manage Forge Unit to meet production schedules and improve processes.
• Ensure on-time customer deliveries and high service levels.
• Schedule resources and priorities to meet the plan.
• Lead and develop the Forge team and drive continuous improvement.
• Handle additional duties as required by the GM.

Skills

Manufacturing management

People management

Financial awareness

Verbal communication

Flexibility

Education

Degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Owen Daniels is seeking a hands-on Production Manager for a Lincolnshire forge operation. You will lead production planning, delivery, safety, and team development, working with the General Manager to meet cost and quality targets.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage scheduling, and implement process enhancements. The role requires manufacturing management experience and strong communication in a world-class environment.