Head of Production

Bryant Dental; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based med-tech manufacturer is seeking a Head of Production in Chertsey. This full-time, on-site role involves leading in-house manufacturing operations and ensuring daily output without compromising quality. The ideal candidate should be experienced in managing manufacturing teams, skilled in coaching, and comfortable in high-precision environments. Offers competitive salary and opportunities for progression in a fast-scaling operation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing or scaling manufacturing teams.
• Confident working in high-precision or quality-sensitive environments.
• Detail-oriented and systems-minded with a focus on team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production operations across multiple product lines.
• Coach and develop team members to improve consistency and quality.
• Implement systems and processes that scale with production volume.
• Drive a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership teams to deliver goals.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Management

Coaching

Analytical Skills

Job description

Head of Production

Full-time | On-site | Chertsey

Manufacturing | Medical Technology | Leadership Role

About Us

We’re a UK-based med‑tech manufacturer with a global footprint, known for our precision-engineered products that support healthcare professionals around the world. After nearly a decade of growth, we’re entering a new phase of scale and operational maturity.

To support this, we’re looking for a Head of Production who combines hands‑on leadership with operational insight—someone who can bring structure, drive accountability, and inspire a growing team to perform at their best every day.

The Role

As Head of Production, you’ll take ownership of our in‑house manufacturing operations—ensuring daily output is met without compromising on quality, and that every team member has the clarity, support, and coaching they need to succeed.

This is a role for a leader who thrives on the floor, understands the technical detail, and knows how to bring the best out of people.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily production operations across multiple product lines
• Coach and develop team members to improve consistency, ownership, and quality
• Implement systems and processes that scale with production volume
• Drive a culture of accountability, structure, and high performance
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and leadership teams to deliver key business goals

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a production leader who is

• Experienced in managing or scaling manufacturing teams
• Confident working hands‑on within high‑precision or quality‑sensitive environments
• Comfortable analysing individual workflows and providing practical coaching
• Detail‑oriented and systems‑minded, but energised by people and team development
• Resilient, proactive, and excited to help shape the next stage of growth

Why Join Us

• Be part of a forward-thinking British manufacturer with international reach
• Help shape the team, culture, and systems of a fast‑scaling operation
• Join a close‑knit leadership team with clear direction and ambitious goals
• Competitive salary and genuine progression opportunities