Production Manager

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Edenbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automation company is seeking a Production Manager in Edenbridge, England, to lead a dynamic production team. The role involves overseeing operations, managing employee performance, and ensuring efficient product delivery. Ideal candidates will have extensive mechanical engineering experience and strong leadership skills. Competitive benefits include generous annual leave, health coverage, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Annual Bonus Scheme

Convenient Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a complex mechanical engineering/ manufacturing environment.
• Significant experience in leading successful teams.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to engage in production operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead high performing assembly teams to meet customer demand.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders for on-time delivery.
• Manage employee lifecycle for the production team.
• Drive health and safety initiatives.
• Assist in defining and delivering manufacturing strategy.

Skills

Mechanical engineering expertise

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Customer focus

Education

Relevant manufacturing or engineering degree

Job description

ATS Company: ATS Corporation

Requisition ID: 15547

Location:

Edenbridge, ENG, GB, TN8 6HF

Date: Sep 2, 2025

Production Manager

MARCO, a globally recognised automation and technology company and part of the ATS Group, is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead our dedicated production and assembly team based in Edenbridge, Kent.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the production team and work closely with sales, design procurement and project management teams to ensure the efficient build and always on-time delivery of complex customer orders.

This is a fast-paced mechanical engineering role which relies on successful interaction with all key stakeholders and exceptional planning and organisation skills.

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

• Leading high performing, multi-discipline assembly teams to complete varying, complex solutions that meet customer demand. Planning resource and prioritising activities accordingly.
• Working collaboratively with other key stakeholders including the sales, design, procurement and projects teams to ensure products are delivered right first time, in full and on time.
• Working with Project Managers to define organisation and work breakdown required to deliver customer needs and mapping key strategic milestones accordingly.
• Managing all elements of the employee lifecycle for the Production Team as required, including onboarding, upskilling and regular appraisal, and achieving key performance indicator (KPI) team metrics.
• Leading on health and safety initiatives, training and audits to drive a ‘safety first’ culture and ensuring a compliant and always safe working environment.
• Supporting in companywide initiatives and projects as part of short and long-term business objectives.
• Assisting the Operations Director in defining and delivering the evolving manufacturing strategy, including resource allocation, to ensure projects are delivered in full, on time and on budget.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will:

• Have extensive experience working in a complex mechanical engineering or manufacturing environment, preferably within automation.
• Demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge and understanding of legislative standards.
• Have a significant experience of leading successful teams, people management and a problem-solving.
• Be highly customer focussed, with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead in a fast-moving environment.
• Be highly organised with the ability to manage multiple workloads and priorities.
• Demonstrate a hands-on approach with willingness to get involved in all aspects of production operations.
• Hold a relevant manufacturing or engineering degree (desirable but not essential).
• Have experience working within an SME environment (desirable but not essential).

Employee Benefits Package:

• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy a well-deserved work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave in addition to recognised bank holidays.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access peace of mind with our private medical insurance, ensuring your health and well-being are a top priority.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme: Invest in your future with our enhanced pension scheme, providing a solid foundation for your retirement plans.
• Annual Bonus Scheme: We value everyone’s contribution and operate an annual bonus scheme, aligned with company objectives.
• Convenient Onsite Parking: Experience hassle-free commuting with our onsite parking facilities, making your journey to work more convenient and stress-free.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to our growth and be a key player in delivering cutting-edge solutions to the fresh produce industry across 45 countries. You will lead a dedicated, friendly and hard-working team and will be fully supported by the Operations Director and leadership team to surpass your KPI’s, gaining exposure to all areas of our successful business in the process.