Production Manager

Holt Engineering Recruitment Limited; Poole; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Poole is seeking an experienced Production Manager to supervise a busy workshop, overseeing CNC and manual machining processes. You will manage gear cutting and plating departments while working closely with planning and engineering. The ideal candidate will have solid CNC experience, strong leadership abilities, and at least 3 years in production management. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 to £60,000 based on experience, along with a company pension and other benefits.

Benefits

Company pension

Extra holiday

Onsite parking

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Solid experience in CNC and manual machining.
• Experience in production management or supervision.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Production Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across CNC, semi-CNC, and manual machining.
• Manage gear cutting, finishing, and plating departments.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and team performance.

Skills

CNC machining

Production management

Leadership

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualifications

Job description

Production Manager

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 set up, 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 :

• Oversee day-to-day operations across CNC, semi-CNC, and manual machining
• Manage gear cutting, finishing, and plating departments
• Work closely with planning and engineering to improve efficiency and workflow
• Manage and develop a skilled team across day and split shifts
• Lead on recruitment and be the main point of contact for HR matters in your area
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and team performance

What you'll need as a Production Manager :

• Solid experience in CNC and manual machining
• Experience in 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

What's in it for you as a Production Manager :

• Salary between £45,000 and £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 one's for you.

Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482.