Production Manager

365 People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing sportswear manufacturer in Leicestershire seeks a Production Manager to lead and inspire a production team. The successful applicant will manage operations, implement process improvements, and ensure quality standards. This hands-on leadership role offers a competitive salary between £30,000 - £40,000 and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production management or a similar leadership role.
• Experience in apparel, sportswear, or teamwear is preferred.
• Knowledge of KPI management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production operations and manage a multi-skilled team.
• Implement process improvements to boost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Knowledge of health & safety

Job description

Overview

Production Manager - Lead, Inspire, and Drive Excellence!

Location: Leicestershire

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

Are you a talented operations professional ready to take the next step in your career? Join an established and growing teamwear and sportswear manufacturer in Leicestershire and play a key role in driving production, efficiency, and team performance.

Responsibilities

• Leading day-to-day production operations to consistently meet output targets, deadlines, and quality standards
• Managing, developing, and inspiring a multi-skilled production team
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce waste
• Collaborating with planning, warehouse, customer service, and other departments for smooth operational flow
• Monitoring and reporting on KPIs including output, quality, and efficiency
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards and operational procedures
• Conducting team meetings, performance reviews, and training sessions
• Troubleshooting production challenges and delivering timely solutions

Who We're Looking For

You'll be an ambitious, hands-on professional ready to step into a leadership role in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You'll bring:

• Proven experience in production management, operations, or a similar leadership role within manufacturing, preferably in apparel, sportswear, or teamwear
• Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with production planning, KPI management, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Knowledge of health & safety, quality control, and operational efficiency

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday working hours (08:30 - 17:00)
• A key leadership role in a fast-growing teamwear and sportswear production environment
• Opportunity to drive operational excellence and influence the company's growth
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for personal and professional development

This is your chance to step up into a management role and make a real impact in a thriving sportswear and teamwear manufacturing business.

Apply now with your latest CV and take your career to the next level.