Production Manager

LER (SG) Ltd; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ledbury is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead operations across two sites. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, with a proven track record in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include ensuring health and safety compliance, managing budgets, and developing teams. This full-time role offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing.
• At least 5 years' supervisory/leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of Lean/CI principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations across multiple sites.
• Drive Health, Safety & Environmental compliance.
• Inspire and develop a team of supervisors and engineers.

Skills

Inspirational team leader

Excellent communication

Strong problem-solving

IT literate (MS Office)

Education

NVQ Level 3 or higher in Supervision/Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Production Manager

Location: Ledbury | Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 | Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a dynamic and experienced leader in manufacturing? We're seeking a forward-thinking Production Manager to take ownership of two production sites and drive operational excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership, lean manufacturing expertise, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations across multiple sites
• Drive Health, Safety & Environmental compliance, acting as site lead
• Inspire and develop a team of supervisors and engineers
• Ensure delivery of quality products, on time and in full, to customer expectations
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain effective stock control and capacity planning
• Lead operational reviews, performance management, and staff development
• Ensure compliance with ISO13485 and ISO9001 standards
• Oversee site maintenance, security, first aid and emergency cover
• Monitor trends, investigate quality concerns, and resolve customer complaints
• Manage departmental budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

Essential Criteria

The ideal candidate will come from the Manufacturing Industry as a Production Manager. You will also have the following skills, qualifications and experience:

• NVQ Level 3 or higher (or equivalent) in Supervision/Management
• Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing
• At least 5 years' supervisory/leadership experience
• Proven track record delivering quality, cost, and productivity improvements
• Experience implementing 5S, standard work, and using KPIs
• Strong understanding of Lean/CI principles and ERP/MRP systems
• Health & Safety knowledge, including risk assessments and COSHH
• Experience managing budgets and overseeing capital expenditure

Skills & Attributes

• Inspirational team leader and people manager
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• IT literate (MS Office)
• Attention to detail and hands‑on approach
• Committed to professional development

Desirable

• Training or certification in Kaizen/Continuous Improvement
• Experience in ISO14001 environments
• Multi‑site management
• Experience in both batch and cellular manufacturing

For more information please call Paul Gorton on (phone number removed).

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