Interim Production Manager

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Interim Production Manager for a 3 to 6-month contract. The role involves hands-on leadership of over 50 personnel on the shop floor, ensuring efficient operations and productivity. The ideal candidate should have a solid engineering background and a proven track record in managing teams within fast-paced production environments. This position offers competitive pay outside of IR35, with an immediate start available.

Benefits

Hands-on, high-impact role

Outside IR35 – Limited Company suitable

Immediate start

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including fabrication and sheet metal.
• Proven track record of managing production teams in fast-paced environments.
• Solid engineering background with awareness of processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of over 50 shop floor personnel.
• Allocate work efficiently and ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain production planning in coordination with shift supervisors.
• Communicate across departments to maintain workflow.
• Ensure processes are followed and targets are achieved.
• Drive performance through effective leadership.

Skills

Manufacturing processes understanding

Team management

Engineering background

Communication skills

MRP systems proficiency

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