Production Manager

Bristol Industrial; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed company is seeking a passionate Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations in Salford. This role encompasses full budgetary responsibility and continuous improvement initiatives tailored to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety. The successful candidate will lead a skilled team and play a pivotal role in shaping production processes.

Benefits

10% bonus opportunity

Pension scheme

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Additional healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Deep understanding of project management and process improvement.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and team coaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Drive best practice in manufacturing strategy and operational improvements.
• Oversee production systems to ensure timely delivery and quality.
• Lead continuous improvement using lean techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical

Communication

Education

Qualifications in Electronics, Mechanical, or Production Management

Job description

Production Manager

Location: Salford
Salary: £48,000–£50,000 + 10% Bonus + Pension + 26 Days Holiday (+ Bank Holidays)

Are you a passionate and experienced Production Manager ready to make a real impact? We're looking for a driven individual to lead our manufacturing operations in Salford. This role offers full budgetary responsibility and the opportunity to lead continuous improvement initiatives that drive quality, efficiency, and safety across the department.
This is more than a management role—it's a chance to shape the future of our production processes while working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

As a Production Manager, you'll have the autonomy to make key decisions, lead a skilled team, and influence the wider business strategy through operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive best practice in manufacturing strategy, planning, processes, and operational improvements.
• Oversee production systems to ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost targets.
• Lead continuous improvement using lean techniques and value engineering.
• Motivate and coach a skilled production team.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for optimal performance.
• Support new business initiatives including NPDI and PLM readiness.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental, and quality standards (ISO14001 & ISO9001).

As our Production Manager, you'll be responsible for both the day-to-day performance and the long-term improvement of production operations.
Safety

• Lead area safety audits and risk assessments.
• Champion a safe and visual workplace through 5S activities.
• Ensure operator training in equipment and chemical safety.
• Maintain a strong culture of reporting and preventive action.

Delivery

• Champion lean manufacturing, standard work, and KPI improvements.
• Escalate resource issues and maintain alignment to the production plan.
• Address performance issues and manage absence effectively.
• Liaise with support functions to meet delivery targets.

Quality

• Drive root cause analysis and reduce non-conformance.
• Promote a “Right First Time” quality culture.
• Support daily quality performance reviews and compliance.

As a Production Manager, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety while consistently meeting production goals.
What You’ll Bring

• Qualifications in Electronics, Mechanical, or Production Management.
• Strong leadership experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Deep understanding of project management and process improvement.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and team coaching ability.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Integrity, initiative, innovation, and cost-conscious thinking.
• Agility, ambition, and a strong drive for quality.
• High IT proficiency and organisational accuracy.
• Ability to build trust and drive performance through collaboration.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Production Manager who thrives on challenge, improvement, and team development.
Compensation & Benefits

• £48,000–£50,000 base salary
• 10% bonus opportunity
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• Additional benefits (e.g., healthcare) to be confirmed

Ready to lead with purpose and passion? Apply now and take the next step in your Production Manager career.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.