Production Manager

YASA; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

YASA, an innovative leader in electric motor technology, is seeking a Production Manager to oversee operations at our Oxford facility. The successful candidate will ensure production goals are met while adhering to high standards of health, safety, and quality. This role demands strong leadership skills and experience in managing production within the manufacturing industry. Join us to play a vital role in the EV Motor Revolution!

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Private medical plan with Bupa

4 x death in service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production management role, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of SPQDCE KPIs and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the production facility to meet all SPQDCE KPIs.
• Manage personnel development and performance within the production team.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Operational Excellence

Education

Experience in Production Management

Tools

Production Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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YASA is seeking a Production Manager to oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of our production facility, ensuring that production goals are met while maintaining high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and product quality.

In this role, you will manage personnel, resources, and production schedules, collaborating to deliver customer orders and achieve our performance goals.

About YASA

YASA, a Mercedes Benz group company, is leading the way in EV Motor Revolution with our patented and unique Axial Flux Technology. Our motor is more powerful, lighter, and smaller than our competitors. Our spirit of innovation drives us to continually explore and test new technologies, a mindset that exists from early-stage R&D projects through to manufacturing optimisation. We stay true to the freedom and flexibility that drove our success as a start-up, alongside having the stability, security, and roadmap of an established organisation.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee the operation of the production facility, ensuring all SPQDCE (Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Environment) KPIs are consistently met.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety and Environmental regulations.
• Investigate incidents thoroughly, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage the personal development and performance of all employees within the production team, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and fostering continuous improvement.
• Work closely with other department managers to implement and support YASA's policies, goals, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage the production team to ensure adherence to YASA policies, procedures, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Plan, organise, and allocate resources effectively to meet customer delivery deadlines and internal build schedules.
• Ensure production delivery targets are met in a timely manner, including adherence to hourly, daily, and weekly schedules, to support overall customer and operational requirements.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on production performance, ensuring that the flow of information is clear and accurate.
• Oversee and manage production budgets, including overtime, expenses, and cost performance metrics (e.g., cost per unit, hours per unit).
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards, as well as the implementation of visual standards and shop floor cleanliness routines (e.g., 5S, Visual Management).
• Act as the escalation point for problem-solving, performing root cause analysis and ensuring the implementation of corrective actions where necessary.

To succeed in this role, we believe you'll need:

• Proven experience in a production management role, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of SPQDCE KPIs, production planning, and performance management.
• Previous experience with Health and Safety and Environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and resources effectively.
• Proficient in using production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proactive and results driven.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Strong problem-solving skills and will be able to learn and think independently.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills (both written and verbal), and the ability to work effectively across teams within the organisation.
• A curious approach consistently exploring opportunities to learn.
• To be delivery focussed, seeking feedback on one’s own performance and outputs.
• A supportive attitude demonstrating patience and a willingness to help those around you.
• A flexible approach to work.
• An open mindset encouraging others to share their views and opinions.

Our mission is to lead the design and delivery of the best electric motor technology available. We believe that diversity of thought, and experience is a key driver of innovation. Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet ~60% of criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they check all boxes. So if you think you have what it takes but don’t meet every single point, please still get in touch. We’d love to have an initial chat and see if you could add value.

• Discretionary bonus
• Private medical plan with Bupa
• 4 x death in service

Strictly no recruitment agencies / Apply now for immediate consideration

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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