Production Manager

Pertemps; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Billingshurst is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead their workshop team. This role is pivotal in enhancing production efficiencies and implementing best practices in manufacturing. With a focus on Lean Management, Six Sigma, and ISO9001 standards, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth trajectory. The ideal candidate will possess a strong manufacturing background, exceptional management skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is a unique opportunity to join a niche company with a promising future and potential for career advancement.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a production department with a focus on efficiency.
• Knowledge of Lean Management and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve production processes and systems.
• Streamline operations by coordinating with sales and purchasing divisions.

Skills

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Welding

Lean Management

Six Sigma

ISO9001

ERP Systems

SAP Systems

Management Experience

Education

Manufacturing and Engineering Background

Tools

ERP Software

SAP Software

Job description

Our client is a specialist OEM based in Billingshurst. They specialise in manufacturing bespoke sheet metal and metal fabricated products which are sold nationally and internationally.

With a workshop team of 8-10 operatives with skills in sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly, polishing, they are looking for an experienced production manager to take over and improve systems and efficiencies the production process.

With an understanding of working with ERP and SAP systems, working with sales divisions and purchasing divisions to organise and streamline operations you will be playing a key role in helping to grow the £1M turnover over the next few years.

You will already have a manufacturing and engineering background, with demonstrable skills in managing a production department.

You will know about manufacturing efficiencies and processes (Lean Management, Six Sigma, ISO9001), have management experience and have a motivational, positive, can do approach to solving problems.

This is a growing, niche company where orders are currently outperforming production and in need of an experienced manager to rectify this.

Offering a very competitive salary and opportunities for career development/progression for the right person.

Immediate interviews.