Production Manager

Sulzer Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering company as a Production Manager in Birmingham, where you'll lead operations at a cutting-edge service center. This role involves managing production activities, developing robust planning, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to mentor a high-performing team while driving operational excellence in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the rotating equipment sector. If you're ready to take on a challenging role that values your expertise and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus Scheme

33 Days Annual Leave

Defined Pension Contribution

Employee Assistance Programmes

Shopping Discounts

Costco Membership Opportunity

Discounted Car Leasing

Long Service Awards

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing production or manufacturing operations.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational activities to deliver on-time and within budget.
• Promote continuous improvement through Lean initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Operational Change Management

Lean/CI Initiatives

Cost Control

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship or Equivalent

IOSH Health & Safety for Managers

Job description

Production Manager - Full Time - Birmingham, United Kingdom

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

At Sulzer Birmingham, you’ll lead operations at one of the UK’s most advanced rotating equipment service centres. Officially opened by His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent in October 2021, our purpose-built site is a true benchmark in the industry — designed to set the standard with the latest in servicing technology. With a 50-tonne crane capacity, advanced balancing capabilities, high-spec machining bays, and seamless digital workflows, we’re proud to be pushing the boundaries of what's possible in engineered repairs. Join a high-performing team, driven by innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

1. Lead all operational activities within the Birmingham Service Centre to deliver on-time, in-full and within budget.
2. Develop robust production planning to align labour, capacity and customer delivery expectations.
3. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through Lean initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping.
4. Manage cost control including headcount, utilisation and overtime within agreed budgets.
5. Develop and mentor a high-performing team aligned with Sulzer values, with clear succession planning and people development focus.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

1. Proven experience in managing production or manufacturing operations.
2. Services aftermarket experience within the rotating equipment sector (motors, pumps, generators).
3. Apprenticeship in engineering (or equivalent), with IOSH Health & Safety for Managers.
4. Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills with the ability to influence across levels.
5. Demonstrated success in driving operational change and implementing Lean/CI initiatives.
6. Commercially astute, with a track record of delivering improvements in cost, quality, and delivery performance.

What we offer you:

1. A competitive basic salary
2. Personal bonus scheme, paid annually based on company and personal performance
3. 33 days of annual leave
4. Defined pension contribution
5. Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programmes
6. Access to a wide range of discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle
7. Opportunity to apply for a Costco membership for exclusive offers
8. Discounted personal car leasing available for you, your family, and friends
9. Long Service Awards to celebrate employee longevity
10. Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways
11. Free on-site parking and strong transport links to M6/M42

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role

The team in Birmingham operates from a modern, industry-leading facility tailored to optimise workflow and equipment handling. We are part of Sulzer’s Services Division and play a critical role in supporting customers across the energy, water, and industrial sectors with high-precision rotating equipment solutions.

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at [e-mail]. Our team is looking forward to hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

Sulzer has been recognised as a 2025 Top Employer in 9 countries - Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK, and the USA. Having 5 certified countries in Europe also means we’ve earned the title of European Top Employer. This achievement truly reflects the incredible culture and commitment of our teams around the world.

About us

Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2023, our 13’130 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.3 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN).www.sulzer.com