Production Manager

Mercury Hampton Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is looking for a skilled Production Manager to oversee all production activities in their Worthing facility. In this role, you will ensure high-quality manufacturing output while optimizing resources and driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with ISO standards. Bring your experience and leadership to a forward-thinking company where your contributions will enhance production performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production management role within manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and organisational abilities required.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities to meet project targets.
• Lead capacity planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and motivate production staff.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Organisational Skills

Production Costing

Quality Control

Continuous Improvement

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Production Manager Manufacturing Sector

Location: Worthing
Salary: Up to GBP50,000
Department: Production
Reports To: General Manager
Job Type: Full–Time

Are you an experienced Production Manager with a passion for operational excellence and team leadership? We are seeking an ndividual to lead our production operations, ensuring timely, cost–effective, and high–quality manufacturing output.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all production activities to meet project and sales targets.
• Develop and manage production schedules, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource use.
• Lead capacity and material planning, including subcontractor coordination.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Monitor and report on production performance, including cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
• Collaborate with cross–functional teams including Engineering, Quality, and Procurement.
• Maintain accurate records for traceability, maintenance, and compliance.
• Support procurement processes and provide cost data for bids and tenders.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and legally compliant working environment.
• Supervise, motivate, and develop production staff, identifying training needs and resolving grievances.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a production management role within manufacturing and assembly environments.
• Strong leadership, planning, and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Solid understanding of production costing, scheduling, and quality control.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and continuous improvement methodologies.

Interested?
Apply now to join a forward–thinking company where your leadership will make a real impact on production performance and customer satisfaction.