Production Manager

Silven Recruitment Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Production Manager in Greater Manchester to oversee production operations. The role involves coaching teams, implementing process improvements, and managing operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have excellent people skills and experience in a fast-paced environment. This position offers growth opportunities and significant responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations and hands-on leadership on the shop floor.
• Proven results in a fast-paced packaging environment.
• Passionate about safety, quality, efficiency, and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop teams to high productivity and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement activities.
• Oversee planning and production schedules.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues to optimise performance.

Skills

Excellent people skills

Strong analytical abilities

Knowledge of lean methods

Decision-making abilities

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Production Manager

Greater Manchester

Salary: Up to c.£50,000

We’re looking for a Production Manager to who can help lead the operational side of the business and drive performance, quality, and efficiency across a fast-paced manufacturing site. You’ll coach teams, implement improvements, and act as a key link between management and operational colleagues.

About the Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee production and play a key role in the ongoing success of the business. Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching, and developing your team to ensure high standards in productivity, quality and safety.
• Driving continuous improvement activities, encouraging your team to look for more effective ways of working.
• Overseeing planning and production schedules to meet output and quality targets.
• Ensuring compliance with quality systems and supporting audits.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the site (engineering, planning etc) to optimise operational performance.

About You

You’re an experienced operations professional, happy to maintain a ‘hands-on’ presence on the shop floor, with a track record of delivering results through strong leadership and process improvements.

• Excellent people skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams, ideally in a fast-paced packaging (bottling, canning etc) environment.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, able to manage change and projects effectively.
• Knowledge of lean methods and production best practice.
• Degree-level education or equivalent practical experience desirable.
• Passionate about safety, quality, efficiency, and colleague engagement.

Why Apply

This is a pivotal role offering responsibility, visibility, and the opportunity to shape site performance while developing your leadership skills. To find out more, apply today!