Production Manager

Hunter Selection; Hereford; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Hereford seeks a Production Manager to oversee production and manage section leaders. You will develop long-term visibility of product requirements, support new manufacturing processes, and ensure effective purchasing. Candidates need a strong background in engineering or manufacturing, along with leadership experience. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, pension, and development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Life Assurance x4

18% Pension

Ongoing development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

On-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years in production management or similar role.
• Proven track record in leading teams and improving processes.
• Ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production and manage section leaders.
• Develop long term visibility of product requirements.
• Ensure cost-effective purchasing and manage procurement.
• Lead direct reports and meet objectives.
• Support introduction of new manufacturing processes.

Skills

Strong engineering or manufacturing background

Experience in people management

Green Belt 6 Sigma

Process improvement knowledge

Job description

Overview

Role: Production Manager – Hereford, Herefordshire

Salary: £57,000 - £62,000

Hours: Monday - Friday

Benefits: 33 days holiday, Life Assurance x4, 18% Pension, Ongoing development & Progression Opportunities

Our client is a leading manufacturer that is dedicated to producing products whose quality is recognised as second to none. Due to exciting plans for 2025 they are looking for a Production Manager to join their Senior Management Team.

Role & Responsibilities

• Overseeing all production and managing the section leaders.
• Developing and communicating long term visibility of requirements throughout the lifecycle of the product.
• Overseeing, scheduling, and forecasting of planning activities, overseeing procurement and ensuring that purchasing is cost effective.
• Interface between internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and direction to all direct reports and ensure objectives are met.
• Support introduction of new manufacturing processes and ensure best practice is shared in the group.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong engineering or manufacturing background with multiple process lines.
• Experience of people management including performance management, training and development.
• Green Belt 6 Sigma.
• Process improvement knowledge.

Benefits Package

• Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
• Summer shut down, Christmas and New Year shutdown, increasing holiday.
• Employee Assistance Program, on-site parking, cycle to work scheme.

If you are interested in the role or looking for something similar please contact our Managing Consultant, Emma Hardman.