Production Manager

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Discretionary annual bonus

Christmas shutdown

Employee benefits

Job summary

Elix Sourcing Solutions in Ross-on-Wye is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead a 30+ person multi-shift operation, drive lean initiatives and ensure quality and safety across ISO frameworks. The role offers a Christmas shutdown and long-term progression within a well-respected manufacturing site.

You will take full operational accountability, coach shift leaders, and manage HR, performance reviews and recruitment as the facility grows.

Qualifications

• Experience as Production Manager or strong Production Supervisor
• Lean manufacturing, 6S, waste reduction
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• HR responsibilities including performance reviews and recruitment

Responsibilities

• Lead a 30+ person multi-shift team to hit quality, volume and safety targets
• Drive continuous improvement through lean, 6S and waste reduction initiatives
• Coach and mentor shift leaders; manage HR processes and recruitment

Skills

Lean manufacturing

6S

People management

Performance management

Coaching

HR procedures

KPI management

Education

Engineering/manufacturing qualification

Job description

Production Manager

Salary & Benefits: £58,000 + Pension + Discretionary Annual Bonus + Christmas Shutdown + Comprehensive Employee Benefits

Days & Hours: Monday to Friday days (full-time, permanent)

Location: Ross-on-Wye (Commutable from Monmouth, Hereford, Gloucester, Coleford, Cinderford, Newent, Lydney, Ledbury)

Are you an experienced Production Manager or an ambitious Production Supervisor ready to step up and lead a major manufacturing site? Want to drive operational excellence across a multi-shift operation while benefiting from a rare Christmas shutdown and genuine long-term progression?

You will take full operational accountability for all production activities, leading a team of 30+ personnel across multiple shifts to hit quality, volume, and safety targets. Driving a proactive continuous improvement culture, you will implement lean manufacturing practices, 6S, and waste reduction initiatives to streamline throughput across the floor. Working alongside site compliance teams, you will maintain rigorous quality and environmental standards across ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 frameworks. Beyond managing daily output, you will coach and mentor shift leaders, managing HR, performance reviews, and recruitment as the facility continues its planned growth.

About the Company

Join an established, highly respected manufacturer of heavy industrial materials and engineered products with a reputation for high-quality production standards. Operating from a fast-paced, modern facility, they combine deep technical expertise with a collaborative workforce culture focused on continuous improvement and safety. Stepping into a position opened via a planned retirement, you will inherit a structured team with clear backing from senior leadership to implement positive operational changes. They offer genuine long-term job security, excellent employee perks, and long-term career progression as site capacity expands.

Key Role Highlights

• Direct leadership of a 30-person multi-shift team, taking ownership of coaching, performance management, and team growth.
• Champion lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and 6S strategies to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Step into a key leadership role created by a retirement, with clear scope to progress as the facility expands its footprint.

Requirements

• Experience as a Production Manager within a manufacturing or production environment (or a strong, proven Production Supervisor ready for a step up).
• Recognized engineering or manufacturing qualification or strong experience within the industry.
• Solid background in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies (6S/waste reduction), and operational KPI management.
• Demonstrated people-management skills with experience handling shift patterns, HR procedures, and maintaining IOSH/ISO safety standards.

Please note: Candidates must have valid legal authorization to work in the UK and be based on the UK mainland or Northern Ireland. By applying for this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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