Production Manager

HR GO Recruitment; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday including bank public

NHS Top up Scheme

Company pension

On-site parking

Salary Sacrifice

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to oversee multi-site operations near Yeovil and surrounding depots. You will drive safe, efficient production, manage planning, and coordinate with the Production Director.

The role requires 3–5+ years in operations management, strong leadership, and knowledge of HSE. Benefits include pension, 29 days holiday, and on-site parking. Monday to Friday 7:30/8am to 5pm.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years' experience in operations or production management, preferably in waste management or industrial services.
• Strong leadership and communication with ability to develop teams.
• Solid technical understanding of production processes and site operations.
• HSE and environmental compliance knowledge.
• Experience with MS Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across multiple sites.
• Plan, allocate resources and schedule workflows.
• Direct reports of ~30 staff including managers and supervisors.
• Drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure health & safety and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate maintenance planning with external providers.
• Produce operational reports and liaise with internal departments.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional communication

Multi-site operations

Problem-solving

MS Office 365

Education

Relevant certificates (IOSH/NEBOSH) or similar

Job description

Production Manager

Salary: up to £40- 45K + Benefits

I am working with a well-established organisation within the waste management and processing sector that is looking for an experienced Production Manager to oversee multi-site production operations. Reporting to the Production Director, you will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant performance across several depots.

Based near Yeovil, you will over sea 4 sites, by team meetings, calls and visits

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operational activities across multiple sites
• Manage planning, resource allocation, and workflow scheduling
• Direct reports of 30 members including managers, supervisors, and operational teams
• Drive operational efficiency, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental regulations, and relevant industry standards
• Oversee maintenance planning and coordinate with external equipment and service providers
• Produce operational reports and work closely with internal departments

About You:

• 3-5+ years' experience in operations or production management, ideally within waste management, industrial services, or a similar process-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Solid technical understanding of production processes and site-based operations
• Knowledge of HSE and environmental compliance requirements
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH, technical competence certificates) are desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• 29 days holiday including bank holidays
• NHS Top up Scheme available.
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Salary Sacrifice
• Monday to Friday 7.30/8 am to 5 pm

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on Production Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment