Interim Production Manager

ATA Recruitment; Guiseley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of industrial equipment is seeking an Interim Production Manager in West Yorkshire. This hands-on leadership role requires managing a team of over 50 shop floor personnel, ensuring efficient work allocation, and meeting productivity targets. Candidates must have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and proven experience in a fast-paced environment. The contract is for 3-6 months with an immediate start, offering competitive pay outside IR35.

Benefits

Hands-on leadership role

Immediate start

Outside IR35 - Limited Company suitable

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as fabrication and medium sheet metal.
• Proven track record managing teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Solid engineering background.
• Confident communicator capable of motivating team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of over 50 shop floor personnel.
• Allocate work efficiently to maintain smooth operations.
• Ensure proactive production planning with shift supervisors.
• Drive accountability and performance through effective leadership.

Skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Team management

Leadership and delegation

Effective communication

Competent user of MRP systems

Job description

Interim Production Manager

West Yorkshire

3-6-month contract

£37.50 - £40.00p/h (Outside IR35)

Capital Equipment / Manufacturing / Production Management

My client is a leading manufacturer of industrial capital equipment, seeking an experienced Interim Production Manager to provide hands‑on leadership across their busy shop floor operation. This is an immediate requirement with strong potential for extension.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 50+ shop floor personnel
• Allocate work efficiently and ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations
• Maintain proactive production planning in coordination with shift supervisors
• Communicate effectively across departments to chase work and maintain steady workflow
• Ensure processes are followed and productivity targets are achieved
• Drive accountability and performance through clear leadership and delegation

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, medium sheet metal, or similar)
• Proven track record managing teams in a fast‑paced production environment
• Solid engineering background with process awareness
• Confident communicator capable of motivating and directing internal labour
• Competent user of MRP systems and spreadsheets

Benefits

• Hands‑on, high‑impact leadership role
• Outside IR35 - Limited Company suitable
• Immediate start

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.