Production Manager

Silven Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment agency in Greater Manchester is seeking a Production Manager to lead operations at a fast-paced site. This pivotal role involves driving performance, coaching teams, and overseeing production schedules to ensure quality compliance. Success in this position requires experience in packaging, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join us today and shape the future of production operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced packaging environment.
• Proven track record of delivering results through leadership.
• Ability to influence and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the team for high standards.
• Drive continuous improvement activities.
• Oversee production schedules to meet targets.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to optimize performance.

Skills

Excellent people skills

Strong analytical abilities

Knowledge of lean methods

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Production Manager

Greater Manchester

Salary : Up to c.£50,000

We’re looking for a Production Manager to who can help lead the operational side of the business and drive performance, quality, and efficiency across a fast‑paced manufacturing site. You’ll coach teams, implement improvements, and act as a key link between management and operational colleagues.

About the Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee production and play a key role in the ongoing success of the business. Key responsibilities will include :

• Leading, coaching, and developing your team to ensure high standards in productivity, quality and safety.
• Driving continuous improvement activities, encouraging your team to look for more effective ways of working.
• Overseeing planning and production schedules to meet output and quality targets.
• Ensuring compliance with quality systems and supporting audits.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the site (engineering, planning etc) to optimise operational performance.

About You

You’re an experienced operations professional, happy to maintain a ‘hands‑on’ presence on the shop floor, with a track record of delivering results through strong leadership and process improvements.

• Excellent people skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams, ideally in a fast‑paced packaging (bottling, canning etc) environment.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities, able to manage change and projects effectively.
• Knowledge of lean methods and production best practice.
• Degree‑level education or equivalent practical experience desirable.
• Passionate about safety, quality, efficiency, and colleague engagement.

Why Apply

This is a pivotal role offering responsibility, visibility, and the opportunity to shape site performance while developing your leadership skills. To find out more, apply today!