Production Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Stable and growing manufacturing

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an experienced Production Manager for a busy fabrication and manufacturing operation in Bristol. Lead and develop production teams, manage schedules, and drive continuous improvement to boost productivity, quality, and delivery.

You will work closely with other departments, uphold health and safety standards, and mentor staff to sustain high performance. The role offers a stable manufacturing environment and clear opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior production leadership roles across fabrication, welding, sheet metal or steelwork environments.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating, and developing production teams
• Managing production schedules to ensure on-time delivery
• Driving improvements in productivity, efficiency, and operational performance
• Monitoring quality standards and ensuring compliance with company procedures
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the operation
• Managing labour, materials, and resources effectively
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Working closely with other departments to meet customer requirements and business objectives

Job description

Are you an experienced Production Manager looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We are seeking a driven and hands‑on Production Manager to lead and develop a busy fabrication and manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven leader who can motivate teams, drive operational performance, and deliver continuous improvement across production activities.

The Role

• Leading, motivating, and developing production teams
• Managing production schedules to ensure on‑time delivery
• Driving improvements in productivity, efficiency, and operational performance
• Monitoring quality standards and ensuring compliance with company procedures
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the operation
• Managing labour, materials, and resources effectively
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Working closely with other departments to meet customer requirements and business objectives

About You

• Previous experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Fabrication Manager, Workshop Manager, Operations Manager or similar
• Experience within a fabrication, welding, sheet metal, steelwork, engineering, or manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Experience driving continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Good understanding of production planning and performance management
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with excellent problem‑solving abilities
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and customer service

Salary up to £52,325

What's On Offer?

• Opportunity to make a significant impact within the business
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Supportive leadership team
• Career development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you're an ambitious Production Manager looking to join a business where you can influence performance, develop teams, and drive operational success, we'd love to hear from you.