Production Manager

Vickerstock; Strabane; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Production Manager for a modern manufacturing facility in Strabane. The role involves overseeing production operations, managing large teams, and driving continuous improvement with a solid Lean focus. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience and a strong background in manufacturing. This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits including gym membership and 29 days holiday.

Benefits

Performance bonus

29 days holiday

Company pension

On site parking

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven Lean/CI implementation experience.
• Success in managing large production teams.
• Understanding of production planning and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations.
• Manage schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Implement Lean, 5S, and CI initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Leadership experience in manufacturing

Lean/CI implementation

Production planning

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Production Manager

Strabane

Salary £45-55k DOE

Vickerstock are delighted to be working in partnership with our FMCG client based in Strabane with the appointment of a Production Manager for their modern manufacturing facility.

This role is responsible for ensuring efficient production, maintaining product quality, optimising costs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires an experienced leader with a strong background in production management within fast paced manufacturing industries.

What we have to offer:

• Salary £45-55k DOE
• Performance bonus
• Monday to Friday 37.5hrs (No weekends)
• 29 days holiday
• Company pension
• On Site parking
• Gym membership

Your day to day

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Production Manager will oversee all end-to-end manufacturing operations across multiple production and conversion processes.

Production Management

• Oversee daily production across all departments.
• Manage schedules to meet customer and delivery requirements.
• Drive machine utilisation, material efficiency, and reduced downtime.
• Track performance through key KPIs.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop supervisors, operators, and engineering/maintenance teams.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
• Support training and development in Lean and CI.

Continuous Improvement

• Implement Lean, 5S, and CI initiatives.
• Improve processes for quality, throughput, and cost.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Quality & Safety

• Ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
• Work with QA to maintain consistency and drive improvements.
• Champion a proactive safety culture.

Resource & Maintenance Management

• Oversee maintenance planning for optimal machine performance.
• Prioritise maintenance issues to minimise downtime.

Your essential ingredients:

• Significant leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven Lean/CI implementation (Lean Black Belt preferred).
• Demonstrated success in managing large production teams and multi departmental operations.
• Strong understanding of production planning, resource management, and process optimisation.
• Data-driven approach with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Your next move:

To find out more about this opportunity contact Paul Muir in complete confidence. T 028 9031 3720

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