Hands-On Production Leader - High-Pressure Compressors

Ingersoll Rand Compressor Systems & Services; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% Employer Pension Contribution

Westfield Health Medial Cash Plan

Death in Service Benefit

Cycle scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Job summary

Gardner Denver is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead a skilled team at our Redditch factory. The role focuses on overseeing daily production, quality standards, and operational efficiency in manufacturing large air compressors.

Key responsibilities include planning production activities, monitoring KPI performance, and managing staffing levels. Candidates must have proven managerial experience in manufacturing, strong mechanical assembly knowledge, and excellent leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial/supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly and production processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate production activities to meet output/quality targets.
• Monitor and drive KPI performance.
• Manage staffing levels and shift cover.
• Lead problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct performance reviews and support development of Team Leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Production planning

Excellent communication

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Gardner Denver is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead a skilled team at our Redditch factory. The role focuses on overseeing daily production, quality standards, and operational efficiency in manufacturing large air compressors.

Key responsibilities include planning production activities, monitoring KPI performance, and managing staffing levels. Candidates must have proven managerial experience in manufacturing, strong mechanical assembly knowledge, and excellent leadership skills.