Production Manager

Talent Finder; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Talent Finder is seeking an experienced Production Manager for its Jewellery Quarter facility in Birmingham. The role focuses on planning and overseeing production, improving efficiency, and leading a team within a jewellery/regalia manufacturing context.

The ideal candidate has prior production management experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. A relevant degree is preferred, and the role offers a competitive salary and employer incentives.

Qualifications

• Previous production management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Proactive, driven approach with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team by example.
• Experience in regalia, jewellery or similar small metalwork manufacturing.
• Previous knowledge of ERP software.
• A degree in economics, business studies, engineering or another relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor production schedules.
• Ensure customer orders are completed and dispatched on time.
• Maintain high quality standards throughout production.
• Monitor supplier and outworker costs and deadlines.
• Keep the Sales team updated on order progress.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee site health and safety.
• Maintain high standards of site housekeeping.
• Manage and support production staff.

Skills

Production management

Team leadership

MS Excel

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Regalia jewellery knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics, business studies, engineering or related

Tools

ERP software

MS Word

Job description

Production Manager | Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham | Full Time | Up to £35,000 per annum DOE

Our client has an iconic history and a reputation for serving clubs, associations, trade and student unions nationally and internationally over many years. They hold a Royal Warrant as a supplier of Gold and Silver Laces, Insignia and Embroidery. They are proud to supply regalia, jewels, insignia and a broad range of other items to customers around the world, creating styles that celebrate colour, texture, craftsmanship and innovative design.

The Role

They are seeking an experienced Production Manager to run their Birmingham production facility, preferably with experience in regalia, jewellery or similar areas. In this role, you will be planning and overseeing production, increasing efficiency and managing staff. This role requires previous managerial experience, ideally in a workshop-like factory making jewellery, regalia or similar small metal objects.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor production schedules
• Ensure customer orders are completed and dispatched on time
• Maintain high quality standards throughout production
• Monitor supplier and outworker costs and deadlines
• Keep the Sales team updated on order progress
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversee site health and safety
• Maintain high standards of site housekeeping
• Manage and support production staff

Requirements

• Previous Production Management experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel
• Proactive, driven approach with a positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team by example
• Friendly and encouraging approach to team management
• Experience in regalia, jewellery or similar small metalwork manufacturing
• Previous knowledge of ERP software
• A degree in economics, business studies, engineering or another relevant subject

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

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