Production Manager

TeamJobs; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent annual profit share scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free car parking

Cycle to work scheme

Company pension scheme

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Coventry is looking for an experienced Operations/Production Manager to optimize shop floor performance and enhance processes in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding and fabrication, with proven leadership and operational efficiency skills. This role offers benefits including an annual profit share scheme, 25 days of holiday, and a company pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operations/Production Manager in an engineering environment.
• Strong background in welding and fabrication.
• Understanding of engineering drawings.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and leadership skills.
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Senior Managers for optimal efficiency.
• Lead planning and execution of projects.
• Conduct technical contract reviews with customers.
• Drive continuous improvement in production processes.
• Manage relationships and resolve customer issues.
• Oversee production scheduling to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate project work packages across departments.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Leadership

Job description

Overview

Our client is a UK-based leading engineering firm seeking an experienced Operations/Production Manager (with a strong background in welding and fabrication) to lead a skilled team of engineers and technicians within a fast-growing, dynamic organisation. This pivotal leadership role aims to optimise shop floor performance, enhance processes, and contribute to continued growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding and fabrication and excel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, driving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional customer outcomes. A strategic, hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence and a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Permanent on-site Coventry – Hours of work: 7:30am-4pm Mon-Thu & 7:30am-3pm Fri.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Senior Managers to align operational and production activities across departments for optimal efficiency.
• Lead planning and execution of projects, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Conduct technical contract reviews to ensure customer requirements and specifications are understood, communicated, and met.
• Drive continuous improvement in laser cutting, fabrication, and related processes to improve efficiency, quality, and reduce costs.
• Act as a key point of contact for customers, managing relationships, resolving issues proactively, and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Oversee production scheduling to prioritise and plan work to meet delivery deadlines.
• Manage and coordinate specific project work packages, ensuring cross-departmental coordination and timely execution.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Operations/Production Manager in an engineering environment, particularly Welding/Fabrication/Laser cutting
• Knowledge of engineering processes
• Understanding of engineering drawings
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Energetic, outgoing, confident leadership with a hands-on approach

Company Benefits

• Excellent annual profit share scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free car parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company pension scheme

Please apply and get in touch to hear more.