Production Manager

Owen Daniels; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee operations at their site. The role focuses on team leadership, achieving key performance targets, and promoting safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in PVC or plastics manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and a data-driven mindset. The position offers a competitive salary between £40,000-£45,000 and excellent work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Work-life balance with early finishes on Fridays

Permanent position in a stable company

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in production management or senior supervisory role within plastics manufacturing.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering KPIs.
• Strong hands-on leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Team Leaders and Operatives.
• Manage production schedules to optimize performance.
• Promote a safety-first culture in the workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Data-driven mindset

Continuous improvement

Job description

Overview

Shift Pattern: Day Shift | Monday - Thursday: 6:00am - 15:00pm | Friday: 6:00am - 12:30pm

Are you an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in PVC and plastics manufacturing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where safety, quality, and efficiency are vital?

Our client is a leading manufacturer seeking a dynamic and hands-on Production Manager to lead their team at their site in Stoke. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and shaping the future of production output.

Role

As Production Manager, you will be the driving force behind production cells. You will be responsible for the safety, performance, and development of your team, ensuring they meet and exceed key business objectives. Your core focus will be on delivering against critical KPIs including Safety (EHS), On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) delivery, labour efficiency, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Team Leaders, Cell Leaders, and Operatives.
• Micro-managing production schedules to ensure bottleneck areas are optimised and weekly targets are achieved.
• Acting as the champion for Energy, Waste, and Health & Safety, promoting an uncompromising safety-first culture.
• Utilising data from systems like Fourjaw and FDS/Scanning to drive efficiency, reduce downtime, and eradicate defects.
• Implementing and promoting Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, 8 Wastes, TPM, SIC).
• Conducting robust root cause analysis for customer complaints and implementing permanent fixes.
• Full people management duties, including performance reviews, absence management, disciplinary procedures, and skills matrix development.

The Person

We are looking for a proven leader who can hit the ground running. To be successful, you will have:

• Substantial experience in a production management or senior supervisory role within a PVC or plastics manufacturing environment.
• A demonstrable track record of delivering KPIs and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong, hands-on leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold teams accountable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven and action-oriented mindset.

Salary Package

• Competitive Annual Salary - £40,000-£45,000 (DOE)
• Day Shift Pattern: Enjoy an excellent work-life balance with an early finish on Fridays.
• Permanent, stable position within an established business.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact and lead a key function.

If you’re an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in PVC, Plastics manufacturing, seeking a new opportunity to join a leading manufacturer, then please apply now