Production Manager

Holt Engineering; Lytchett Minster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Lytchett Minster is seeking a Production Manager to oversee operations in CNC and manual machining. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of management experience and strong leadership skills, driving workflow efficiency and team development. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000–£60,000, along with perks such as a company pension, extra holiday, and regular team events. Join a stable company that values long-term commitment.

Benefits

Company pension

Extra holiday

Onsite parking

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Solid experience in CNC and manual machining.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Production Manager.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across CNC, semi-CNC, and manual machining.
• Manage gear cutting, finishing, and plating departments.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and team performance.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Production management

Leadership

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualifications

Job description

Production Manager

Poole, Dorset

Production Manager Salary : £45,000–£60,000

We’re working with a well-established precision engineering company that’s built its name on producing high-quality machined components for a wide range of industries. The business has a strong manufacturing setup, capable of handling everything from standard production runs to complex one-off parts made to drawing.

They’re looking for a Production Manager to take charge of a busy, well-equipped workshop, overseeing CNC, XYZ-CNC, and manual machining, along with other operations. You’ll be working closely with a Production Planner, Production Engineer, and Production Supervisor to keep workflow smooth and efficient across multiple departments.

What you’ll be doing as a Production Manager :

Overseeing day-to-day operations across CNC, semi-CNC, and manual machining

Managing gear cutting, finishing, and plating departments

Working closely with planning and engineering to improve efficiency and workflow

Managing and developing a skilled team across day and split shifts

Leading on recruitment and being the main point of contact for HR matters in your area

Driving continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and team performance

What you’ll need as a Production Manager :

Solid experience in CNC and manual machining and production management or supervision

Strong leadership and communication skills

A hands‑on approach, with a genuine interest in process improvement

Mechanical Engineering qualifications would be a bonus, but experience counts just as much

At least 3 years’ experience as a Production Manager

What’s in it for you as a Production Manager :

Salary between £45,000–£60,000, depending on experience

Company pension, extra holiday, onsite parking, and regular team events

A stable role within a company that values long‑term people, not short‑term fixesIf you’re a Production Manager who wants to lead from the front and keep a busy engineering workshop running like clockwork, this one’s for you.

Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed)