Production Manager

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dartford is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee their cut-and-bent and fabrication operations. This role focuses on ensuring production efficiency, quality, and safety while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in metal fabrication and lean principles, driving results in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Car Allowance

28 Days Holidays

Bank Holidays

Site Bonus

Private Medical

Qualifications

• Strong background in metal fabrication.
• Experience in operations management.

Responsibilities

• Lead cut-and-bent and fabrication operations.
• Collaborate with planning and sales teams.
• Implement KPIs for continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Principles

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Job description

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We are working with an industry leading engineering firm who specialise in manufacturing engineered products for construction and infrastructure markets. Working on their largest manufacturing facility, we are seeking an experienced professional to oversee and manage its cut-and-bent and fabrication operations. This pivotal role ensures end-to-end production efficiency, from intake to delivery, with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement across processes and teams.

This position is ideal for a seasoned operations manager with a strong background in metal fabrication. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy working across cross-functional teams, implementing lean principles, and driving results in a fast-paced, technical environment where quality and safety are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of cut-and-bent and fabrication operations, ensuring production targets, efficiency, and safety standards are met.
• Collaborate with planning, transport, and sales teams to align production with demand and support business goals.
• Oversee maintenance coordination to minimise downtime and ensure asset optimisation.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement using lean and smart manufacturing techniques.
• Maintain strict compliance with CARES standards, environmental policies, and safety regulations.

In return you’ll receive a salary up to £90k + Car allowance, 28 days holidays + Bank Holidays, Site Bonus and Private medical amongst other benefits.

So if you have the ability to drive a market leading steelwork businesss, get in touch with Mark Dorey on [emailprotected] , or call on 0161 416 6296.