Production Manager

YG Engineering Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% management bonus

Senior team position with strategic影响

Job summary

YG Engineering Ltd in Ipswich is seeking a Production Manager to lead all on-site manufacturing operations, delivering the monthly plan OTIF while driving safety, quality and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5–7 years in manufacturing leadership, a hands-on leader capable of mentoring teams, and a data-driven approach to decision making. Permanent role with a salary of £45k–£50k and a strong focus on strategic growth.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years' experience in a similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Data-driven decision making in operations.
• Strong Health & Safety management experience.
• Willingness to travel and a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations, planning and execution.
• Lead, coach and develop production teams.
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation and waste minimisation.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and procurement.
• Provide regular performance reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Continuous Improvement

Health & Safety

Job description

Production Manager

Permanent

£45,000.00 - £50,000.00 per annum

Days

Ipswich

A rare opportunity to step into a senior operational role at a pivotal moment in our clients journey. With a massive heritage in designing and manufacturing high‑quality machinery for the food industry, they are entering a new phase of investment, modernisation and strategic growth.

Their three‑year strategy is currently being written — and you will be expected to shape it. The factory is set for reorganisation, refresh and reinvestment. This is the ideal time for an ambitious Production Manager to influence how operations evolve, perform and scale.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will lead all manufacturing operations on site, ensuring efficiency, quality and safety across the plant. You'll be responsible for production planning, resource utilisation, customer service requirements and delivering the monthly plan OTIF.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll mentor and develop a team of leaders, fitters and production staff, driving a culture of accountability, empowerment and continuous improvement. You'll also represent Operations at all senior management meetings, contributing directly to strategic decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily production operations, planning, scheduling and execution.
• Ensure optimal use of manpower, machinery and materials.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to drive performance, efficiency and quality.

People & Team Development

• Lead, coach and develop production teams.
• Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and high‑performance culture.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction and waste minimisation.
• Champion CI across the plant, embedding structured problem solving and operational discipline.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Work with Quality Control to resolve non‑conformities and implement corrective actions.
• Lead Health & Safety across the company.
• Write internal risk assessments and complete RAMS for Service Engineers.

Supply Chain & Inventory

• Manage subcontractor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
• Work with Purchasing to negotiate contracts and achieve cost‑effective procurement.

Strategic & Financial Contribution

• Contribute to the development and execution of company strategy.
• Manage the operational budget and ensure cost control.
• Provide regular performance reports to senior management.

About You

You bring strong manufacturing and engineering experience, ideally from machinery, capital equipment or industrial environments. You're a confident leader who thrives under pressure, solves problems proactively and drives teams to deliver.

You’ll also have:

• 5-7 years' experience in a similar manufacturing leadership role.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• A data‑driven approach to decision‑making.
• Strong Health & Safety management experience.
• The ability to challenge, improve and modernise existing processes.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to developing people.
• A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel when required.

What We Offer

• £50k salary + benefits.
• 20% management bonus (with potential for more if company objectives are exceeded).
• Senior team position with genuine influence with the opportunity to shape a new 3‑year strategy.
• A factory undergoing investment, modernisation and reorganisation.
• A supportive, collaborative environment with strong heritage and global reach offering professional development and training opportunities.