Production Manager

Marine Resources; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge marine technology company in East Hampshire is looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead and scale their manufacturing operations. This hands-on role involves overseeing daily production, driving continuous improvement, and managing teams in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a strong leadership background in high-volume manufacturing. This position offers long-term career progression within a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation in the marine sector.

Benefits

Long-term career progression

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and scale teams.
• Experience implementing or improving production systems and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production operations across a high-throughput environment.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.
• Manage and develop production teams, supervisors, and technicians.

Skills

Production management

Leadership

Process optimisation

Quality control

Job description

Production Manager

Location: South Coast | Type: Permanent | Full‑Time | Sector: Advanced Marine Manufacturing / Technology

A cutting‑edge marine technology business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and scale a fast‑growing manufacturing operation. The company lies at the forefront of innovation in the marine sector, developing advanced products that are reshaping how modern boats and marine systems are built and deployed.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will take full ownership of the production function, ensuring output targets are met while maintaining exceptional standards across quality, safety and efficiency.

• Lead day‑to‑day production operations across a high‑throughput environment
• Drive continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and process optimisation
• Manage and develop production teams, supervisors and technicians
• Balance speed, cost and quality in a fast‑moving manufacturing setting
• Work closely with engineering, supply chain and senior leadership to support growth
• Embed robust quality control, compliance and H&S standards on the shop floor

This is a hands‑on leadership role – visible on the floor, close to the product, and central to the company’s success.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Production Manager in a high‑volume manufacturing environment such as automotive
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and scale teams
• A quality‑driven mindset – speed without shortcuts
• Experience implementing or improving production systems and workflows
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑growth, innovative business
• Marine, automotive, aerospace, composites or advanced manufacturing backgrounds are all highly relevant

Why This Role?

• Join a business genuinely pushing boundaries in marine technology
• Be part of a forward‑thinking, engineering‑led culture
• Play a key role in shaping production as the company scales
• Long‑term career progression within a rapidly growing organisation

If you’re a Production Manager who enjoys pace, responsibility and building something special – this is one to explore.

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