Lean Production Lead — Drive Improvement & Team Growth

Premier Work Support; Rochester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Private health cover

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Premier Work Support is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and develop production teams within a busy manufacturing environment. You will drive Lean initiatives, optimise processes, reduce waste and ensure delivery targets are met.

You will manage production planning, scheduling and resource allocation, while maintaining health & safety and quality standards. The role is based in the Rochester area with a 35-hour week and flexible core hours 06:30–16:00, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience managing teams, production planning and KPIs.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English.
• 5+ years in a senior manufacturing leadership role; lean manufacturing experience essential.
• Desirable: engineering/industrial manufacturing experience, a management or Lean qualification, Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH), and experience using ERP or production management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop production teams.
• Manage production planning, scheduling and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Monitor production KPIs and achieve quality and delivery targets.
• Reduce waste, improve productivity and control inventory costs.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality.
• Work collaboratively across departments to meet business objectives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Continuous Improvement

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

ERP systems

Production management software

Job description

Premier Work Support is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and develop production teams within a busy manufacturing environment. You will drive Lean initiatives, optimise processes, reduce waste and ensure delivery targets are met.

You will manage production planning, scheduling and resource allocation, while maintaining health & safety and quality standards. The role is based in the Rochester area with a 35-hour week and flexible core hours 06:30–16:00, Monday–Friday.