Lead Production Manager: Fast-Paced Manufacturing

SHARPS°

Bilston

On-site

GBP 38,700 - 47,300

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension & life insurance
On-site canteen
Early shift
Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sharps Furniture Group in Bilston is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead a fast-paced manufacturing team. The role focuses on keeping production efficient, safe and on target while delivering KPIs and high quality standards.

You will troubleshoot on shift and drive continuous improvement across the production line, contributing to ongoing career development within the company.

Qualifications

  • Experience in a supervisory or team leader role, ideally in manufacturing.
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills.
  • Proactive, problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good IT and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate a team of around 25 operatives.
  • Keep production running efficiently, safely, and on target.
  • Deliver KPIs while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot issues on shift with a hands-on approach.
  • Drive continuous improvement across the production line.

Skills

Team leadership
Manufacturing supervision
Problem solving
Communication
IT literacy

Job description

Sharps Furniture Group in Bilston is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead a fast-paced manufacturing team. The role focuses on keeping production efficient, safe and on target while delivering KPIs and high quality standards.

You will troubleshoot on shift and drive continuous improvement across the production line, contributing to ongoing career development within the company.

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