Production Manager - - [-] - - -

OptiRank; Salford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead their operations in Salford. This role offers a unique opportunity to implement best practices in manufacturing while driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will be responsible for maintaining production systems and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and analytical skills, along with a background in Electronics, Mechanical, or Production Management. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity, collaboration, and employee wellbeing, while offering excellent growth opportunities and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent opportunities for growth and development

Company social and wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Experience in building effective partnerships from idea to delivery.
• Understanding of project management and process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Implement best practice manufacturing and improve operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement through lean techniques and value engineering.
• Motivate and coach the team to achieve operational success.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Formal qualifications in Electronics

Formal qualifications in Mechanical

Formal qualifications in Production Management

Job description

At METTLER TOLEDO, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive. We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to join our team in Salford. The role has full budgetary responsibility for the department, along with the implementation and management of continuous improvement principles by highlighting deficiencies and recommending changes in training, working practices, and processes.

If you are passionate about leadership and want to make a significant impact on our operations, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities Include

1. Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice manufacturing; planning vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
2. Maintain production systems/processes to deliver product on time, to quality requirements, and to cost.
3. Drive continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle times, process improvement, machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering to enhance the capability of existing processes and remove waste.
4. Motivate and coach the team to operational success.
5. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
6. Work collaboratively, negotiate, and engage with key stakeholders to facilitate delivery and compliance with the manufacturing strategy.
7. Contribute to new business initiatives and projects, reviewing and communicating their impact on manufacturing activities, including NPDI and PLM for manufacturing readiness.
8. Support, comply with, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other company policies and procedures.

What You Need to Succeed

1. Formal qualifications in Electronics, Mechanical, or Production Management disciplines.
2. Demonstrated experience in building and cultivating effective partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders from idea to delivery and future longevity.
3. Understanding of project management disciplines and process improvement methodologies.
4. Excellent communication, facilitation, delegation, influencing, and negotiation skills.
5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
6. Strong leadership skills.

Our Offer to You

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Early finish on Fridays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• 24/7 access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support mental health and wellbeing
• Excellent opportunities for growth and development
• Company social and wellbeing events
• Work for a global brand providing leading technology in Metal Detectors!

Closing date: 16th May 2025

About METTLER TOLEDO

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

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