Production Manager

JR United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of household and personal care products is seeking an experienced Production Manager. The role involves leading a team, driving performance metrics, and overseeing large-scale production operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical processes and exceptional leadership skills, along with a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Benefits

Fantastic salary and benefits package

Work with industry-leading technology

Commitment to continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in a chemical or liquid blending production environment.
• Proven track record of managing large teams.
• Exceptional understanding of SQCDP methodology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a team of 4 Team Managers and operators.
• Drive performance against key SQCDP metrics.
• Oversee 16 filling lines and large-scale blending operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Safety Commitment

Continuous Improvement

Education

HND/Degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

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To £65K + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus + Healthcare and much more

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to join a leading provider of household and personal care products.

We are looking to recruit an experienced operations professional who can demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and a background in chemical process or liquid mixing/blending environment.

The Role

1. Lead, coach, and empower a team of 4 Team Managers and operators across 24/7 operations
2. Drive performance against key SQCDP metrics – Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People
3. Deliver >99% OTIF, reduce waste and rework, and maximise RFT (Right First Time)
4. Oversee 16 filling lines, 20 blow mould machines, and a large-scale blending operation
5. Develop and deliver departmental capital & revenue budgets and manage project implementation
6. Champion Lean initiatives and continuous improvement to elevate performance and culture
7. Drive safety-first culture with proactive systems, audits, and HSE standards
8. Set a gold standard for people development, appraisals, training, and internal succession

Experience required

1. Proven track record of managing large teams in a chemical or liquid blending production environment
2. 5+ years of management experience, ideally with an HND/Degree or equivalent
3. Exceptional understanding and practical application of SQCDP methodology
4. Strong financial and project management capabilities
5. A natural leader – inspirational, decisive, and change-positive
6. Deep commitment to safety, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence
7. Proficiency in systems like SAP is a strong plus

On offer:

• A fantastic salary and benefits package
• Work with industry-leading technology and scale – over £50m in plant replacement value
• Join a company committed to continuous improvement and employee empowerment
• Work in a culture that values collaboration, accountability, and innovation