Production Manager

TMS Search; Claverham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based manufacturer in Claverham is seeking a talented Production Manager (Head of Extrusion Designate) to step into a senior leadership role. This position will oversee Press Operations, Die Shop, and Packing, leading a team of around 150 employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of extrusion performance, the ability to manage key performance indicators, and contribute to strategic planning within the department. This role offers a clear path to senior leadership within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of extrusion performance.
• Ability to track and act on key performance indicators.
• Experience in a leadership role within production.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Press Operations, Die Shop, and Packing.
• Deputise for the Chief Production Officer in their absence.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Support long-term planning for equipment upgrades.

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity : Production Manager (Head of Extrusion Designate) - Bristol

We're partnering with a leading UK-based manufacturer of architectural aluminium systems to find a talented Production Manager ready to step into a senior leadership role.

About the Company :

With nearly 50 years of industry expertise, our client specialises in high-performance windows, doors, roofing, and framing solutions. Their fully integrated operation spans aluminium extrusion, painting, and finishing, delivering end-to-end solutions from design to technical support. Operating from a state‑of‑the‑art 60,000m² facility, they combine global reach with local expertise.

Role Overview :

This newly created position offers a clear path to senior leadership as Head of Extrusions, overseeing Press Operations, Die Shop, and Packing, and leading a team of approximately 150 people.

Key Responsibilities :

• Gain a deep understanding of extrusion performance to inform planning and resourcing decisions.
• Deputise for the Chief Production Officer (CPO) in their absence.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, die shop, and packing teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to the engineering strategy and understand its impact on the department’s P&L.
• Track and act on key KPIs such as productivity, scrap, uptime, and running speeds.
• Support long‑term planning for equipment upgrades and refurbishment.
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