Production Manager

Osborne Appointments; Hertford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Osborne Appointments is recruiting a Production Manager to lead a dynamic team in Hertford. The role involves managing production schedules, ensuring safety, and implementing quality control measures. Successful candidates will have proven manufacturing experience and strong leadership abilities, contributing to a positive work environment and operational success.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Opportunity for overtime at x1.5 rate

Bonus incentive

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of materials and production processes.
• Familiarity with equipment maintenance and health & safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective production schedules.
• Supervise and coordinate production activities.
• Enforce adherence to health and safety protocols.

Skills

Organisational skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Advanced apprenticeship in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Relevant production software

Job description

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OA are recruiting for a Production Manager to join our client’s dynamic and growing team.

Hours: 40-hour week, Monday – Friday (8:00am – 4:30pm). Option to finish at lunchtime on Friday if hours are achieved. Overtime rate x1.5

• 25 days annual leave bank holidays
• Bonus
• Develop and implement effective production schedules to optimise efficiency and meet production targets
• Supervise and coordinate production activities to ensure smooth and timely execution of projects
• Hands on effective management
• Ensure that production equipment is regularly inspected and well-maintained to guarantee smooth operations and minimise downtime
• Enforce strict adherence to health and safety protocols across all production processes to maintain a safe working environment
• Implement quality control measures to uphold product standards and identify areas for improvement
• Provide effective leadership to production staff, fostering a positive work environment and enhancing productivity
• Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process optimisation
• Review team skill requirements and ensure cross training is maintained to enable a multiskilled team

Production Manager Skills and Experience

• Advanced apprenticeship in Engineering, Manufacturing or equivalent job experience
• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar role within the manufacturing industry
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Knowledge of materials and production processes
• Familiarity with equipment maintenance and health & safety protocols
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to motivate and guide the production team
• Problem-solving aptitude to address challenges and implement improvements
• Proficiency in using relevant production software and tools