Production Manager

TN United Kingdom; Nelson; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead their team in Nelson. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive production excellence while fostering a positive workplace culture. You will oversee production activities, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to quality standards. With a focus on continuous improvement through lean principles, you will lead a dedicated team and play a crucial role in the company's success story. If you're ready to step up and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual Pay Reviews

Career Development Opportunities

Social Events

Valued Workplace Culture

Qualifications

• Strong management experience in a production environment.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities and manage equipment for timely deliveries.
• Implement improvements in production processes for efficiency.

Skills

People Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Production Scheduling

Quality Standards Compliance

Tools

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

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A highly successful and reputable manufacturing business in Nelson, Lancashire is seeking an ambitious Production Manager to join their team and be a part of their ongoing success story. The company is employee-owned, and the workplace culture is excellent, providing an environment where you can thrive and progress within the company. This opportunity would suit an experienced Production Team Leader / Supervisor with strong management & leadership skills, who is ready to take a step up into an exciting new Production Manager role.

Your new role

The Production Manager will oversee production activities, manage equipment, and ensure timely deliveries while leading the production team to meet the company's next-day delivery service. Working closely with a Production Supervisor, you will provide strong leadership to a team of production operatives and machine operators to ensure the smooth running of the production function, as well as implementing new ideas to continually improve the department. Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing and maintaining production schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
2. Managing equipment maintenance and repairs to minimise downtime.
3. Enforcing quality standards to meet customer specifications and adhere to ISO standards.
4. Continuously improving production processes for efficiency and cost savings by applying lean and Kaizen principles.
5. Ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols.
6. Leading and motivating the production team for maximum productivity.
7. Generating and submitting performance reports to the Operations Director.
8. Managing materials and inventory to ensure adequate stock levels.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong people management and leadership experience gained within a production environment.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Able to have difficult conversations and solve issues on the shop floor.
• Experience of using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Ideally, you will have experience of working to ISO quality standards.
• Willingness to travel to meet with customers, where required.

What you'll get in return

• A starting salary of £35,000 with annual pay reviews.
• Career development opportunities with chances to progress.
• Social events throughout the year.
• A great workplace culture where you and your work are genuinely valued.