Production Manager

Handley James Consulting Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in Gloucester is seeking a Production Manager to lead their production department. This role involves ensuring efficient operations, delivering high-quality products, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a similar role and a strong focus on lean practices. Competitive salary and progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Supervisor, Production Manager, or Manufacturing Manager.
• Familiarity with lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven record of delivering high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the production department for efficient operations.
• Ensure high-quality product delivery.
• Drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

Handley James are proud to be partnering with a well-established manufacturer, renowned for delivering high quality bespoke products. As a result of continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Production Manager to further strengthen their manufacturing facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to join a well-established SME and make a real difference to the business.

As Production Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of skilled operators and you will champion best practices, drive continuous improvement, and play a pivotal role in developing our production standards and capabilities.

You will take full responsibility for:

• Lead and manage the production department to ensure efficient and effective operations
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality products
• Optimise the utilisation and value of existing resources, equipment, and assets
• Drive, improve, and sustain Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across all lines
• Implement practical Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives

An experienced Production Supervisor, Production Manager or Manufacturing Manager you will have gained experience in a growing manufacturer. Ideally you will have gained experience in an established business and know what good looks like. You will be proven in lean or making practical improvements that add value to the bottom line and will have successfully implemented new processes to good effect.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an established, secure and growing manufacturer in order to further support their progression. This role offers a very competitive basic salary and an excellent holiday entitlement. This is an opportunity with a growing manufacturer, so progression is available.