Production Manager

Interaction Recruitment; Broxtowe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering company in Letchworth is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee operations in welding and fabrication. The successful candidate will lead a multi-skilled team, plan workloads, and maintain high quality standards. Competitive salary and benefits are on offer, along with a leadership role that allows for real impact and autonomy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Leadership role with impact

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar leadership role within welding or fabrication environments.
• Strong understanding of welding techniques and workshop operations.
• Confident in production planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate production activities across welding and fabrication.
• Plan workloads and ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain quality control standards and compliance.

Skills

Welding techniques

Fabrication processes

People management

Production planning

Problem-solving

Job description

Interaction Engineering

Production Manager – Welding & Fabrication

Letchworth

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and growing engineering business specialising in high-quality welding and fabrication services. With a strong reputation for delivering precision-engineered solutions, they are now seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead operations and support the next phase of growth.

Role Overview

The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day production across the welding and fabrication workshop, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage and motivate a multi‑skilled team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate production activities across welding and fabrication operations
• Plan workloads, allocate resources, and ensure efficient workflow throughout the workshop
• Maintain high standards of quality control and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes, productivity, and safety
• Work closely with design, engineering, and project management teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Monitor production KPIs, report performance, and implement corrective actions where required
• Oversee training, development, and performance management of production staff

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar leadership role within welding, fabrication, or metalwork environments
• Strong understanding of welding techniques, fabrication processes, and workshop operations
• Excellent people‑management skills with the ability to lead by example
• Confident in production planning, scheduling, and resource management
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a manufacturing or engineering environment

What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to join a respected and forward‑thinking engineering business
• A leadership role with real impact and autonomy
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If you are a driven production professional with experience in welding and fabrication, please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail]