Production Manager

JR United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in technology is seeking an experienced Production Manager for its Salford team. This role entails full budgetary responsibility and the drive for continuous improvement, focusing on operational efficiency and team leadership. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in project management and stakeholder collaboration, contributing to a culture of excellence in manufacturing.

Benefits

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for growth and development

Social and wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder partnerships.
• Understanding of project management and process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to motivate and coach teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to manufacturing best practices and operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement through lean techniques.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Process improvement

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Job description

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At METTLER TOLEDO, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We’re dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.

We're looking for an experienced Production Manager to join our team in Salford. The role has full budgetary responsibility for the department, implementation and management of continuous improvement principals by highlighting deficiencies and recommending changes in training, working practices and processes.

If you are passionate about leadership and want to make a significant impact on our operations, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities Include

• Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice manufacturing; planning vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
• Maintain production systems/processes to deliver product on time, to quality requirements and to cost.
• Drive continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle times, process improvement, machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering to enhance the capability of existing processes and remove waste.
• Motivate and coach the team to operational success.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
• Work collaboratively, negotiate and engage with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with the manufacturing strategy.
• Contribute to new business initiatives and projects and review and communicate the impact on manufacturing activities. This includes NPDI and PLM for manufacturing readiness.
• Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures.

What You Need to Succeed

• Demonstrated experience in building and cultivating effective partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders from idea to delivery and future longevity.
• Understanding of project management disciplines and process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, delegation, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership skills.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Early finish on Fridays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• 24/7 access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support mental health and wellbeing
• Excellent opportunities for growth and development
• Company social and wellbeing events
• Work for a global brand providing leading technology in Metal Detectors!