Production Manager

Oaklands Global Aviation Recruitment & Executive Search; New Forest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment firm is seeking a Production Manager to oversee manufacturing processes and drive innovation in a key role. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of production management experience and a strong focus on continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to significantly impact the production environment within a small, dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of previous production management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with initiative and without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing manufacturing and production processes.
• Creating and executing production schedules.
• Driving innovation throughout all elements of production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Oaklands Global Aviation Recruitment & Executive Search

Founder at Oaklands Global | Solving Aviation Hiring Challenges Since 2007 | Aviation & Advanced Air Mobility Recruitment Expert & Executive Search…

Oaklands Global are currently seeking a Production Manager for one our of leading Aircraft Component company. The ideal applicant will be able to significantly impact the production environment and make a significant contribution. As a vital member of a small business's core management team, the production manager will be responsible for future expansion and opportunity realization.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing manufacturing and production processes.
• Creating and executing daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Determining production tooling and equipment needs and taking responsibility for its maintenance.
• Driving innovation throughout all elements of production.
• Consulting with suppliers on manufacturing projects; Implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Striving to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product lines.
• Implementing company procedures and policies.
• Communicating any problems or obstacles to top management and assisting with resolution.
• Monitoring productivity rates, standards and quality control and producing KPIs.
• Maintaining a training matrix for manufacturing employees and tracking progress of training.
• Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of applicable aerospace quality standards.
• Implementing and adhering to Health and Safety Requirements.

Requirements

• Able to work with initiative and without constant supervision.
• Desire to achieve and continuously improve systems and processes.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Data analysis and statistical aptitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Highly conscientious and diligent.
• Previous production management experience, minimum 2 years.

Why work with Oaklands Global?

We are the world’s leading aviation and aerospace recruitment and executive search firm, trusted by the most respected names in the industry to deliver results with integrity, discretion, and excellence.

With over 50 years of combined experience, we don’t just fill roles, we shape careers and give our clients a competitive talent advantage. We take immense pride in the quality of our searches and are committed to representing only the very best candidates to the very best businesses.

At Oaklands Global, every application is handled with the utmost professionalism and complete confidentiality. If this opportunity interests you, please apply in confidence to William Finden. Whether or not your profile is shortlisted, you will hear from us, because we believe in treating every candidate with respect and care.

We’re not just here to help you land your next role. We are here to elevate your career.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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