Production Manager

Hospitalist Consultants, Inc. (HCi); Poole; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Poole is seeking a Production Manager to oversee operations in a busy workshop. The role requires a solid background in CNC and manual machining as well as production management. You will manage various departments, develop a skilled team, and drive process improvements. A salary range of £45,000-£60,000 is on offer, alongside benefits such as a company pension and extra holidays. This is a stable position within a company that values long-term employees.

Benefits

Company pension

Extra holiday

Onsite parking

Regular team events

Qualifications

• 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.
• At least 3 years experience as a Production Manager.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Leading on recruitment and HR matters in the area.
• Driving continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and team performance.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Production management

Process improvement

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualifications

Job description

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

Whats 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 fixes

If you’re a Production Manager who wants to lead from the front and keep a busy engineering workshop running like clockwork, this ones for you.

Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.