Production Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job description

Production Manager
Plymouth, Commutable from: Tavistock, Ivybridge, Saltash, Yelverton
Up to 54,000 per annum (inclusive of shift premium) + Monthly & Annual Bonus + Early Finish on Friday + 33 Days Holiday + Life Insurance + Extra Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an experienced manager from a manufacturing or production background looking to join a market-leading, international company.

The company is a well-established, highly revered manufacturing company in the Plymouth area with sites across the world that are renowned for the quality of their products and for being a leading and progressive employer within the area. Due to growth, they are currently seeking a Manager to oversee the Sheet Metal Department. You will be responsible for overseeing multiple production areas, ensuring efficient operations, high-quality output, and promoting continuous improvement. This front-line leadership role requires strong management, problem-solving, and proactive decision-making to drive performance and meet business needs.

This is a great opportunity to join a company where you will be well rewarded for your efforts, not just through a good salary, bonus, and benefits, but also through the chance to progress your career and make a significant impact on your department.

The Role:

• You will be responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations by achieving targets, KPIs, and efficiency goals. Provide coaching, development, and structured appraisals to ensure team members reach their full potential. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain) to enhance workflow.

• Working hours - 3:00pm to 23:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Salary up to 53,981 (inclusive of 25% shift premium) plus monthly and yearly bonus scheme, life insurance 3x salary, pension contributions matched to 5%, 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the option to purchase additional days.

The Person:

• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, quality systems, and manufacturing processes including root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• IT literate.
• Understanding of mechanical engineering and manufacturing systems (preferred).
• CMI Level 3 in Management & Leadership or intent to pursue it.

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.