Production Manager

Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £50K-£60K DOE

Growth manufacturer

Leadership role

Career progression

Job summary

Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Production Manager for a leading window and door manufacturer. You will oversee the fenestration production facility, drive performance, and lead lean initiatives to improve output and quality.

The role demands hands-on leadership, strong production planning, and a track record of developing teams in a manufacturing environment. A rewarding leadership position with long-term career progression is on offer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager in fenestration or similar manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on leadership with ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, workflows and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production operations in a window & door manufacturing facility.
• Develop production teams to meet targets across output, quality, and efficiency; implement lean processes.
• Ensure products meet industry standards and specifications; monitor KPIs like productivity and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with sales, transport and installation teams; maintain health & safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

Communication

Job description

Production Manager - Windows & Doors (Fenestration)

Salary: £40,000

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Chase Taylor Recruitment are working on behalf of a well-established window and door manufacturer who are looking to appoint an experienced Production Manager to oversee and drive performance across their manufacturing operation.

This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring efficient production, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced fenestration environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production operations within a window and door manufacturing facility
• Manage and develop production teams to ensure targets are met across output, quality, and efficiencyImplement and maintain lean manufacturing processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure all products are manufactured in line with industry standards and specifications
• Monitor and manage KPIs, including productivity, waste reduction, and on-time delivery
• Work closely with other departments including sales, transport, and installation teams
• Maintain a strong focus on health & safety compliance across the siteIdentify and resolve production issues quickly to minimise downtime

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Manager (or similar) within the window and door / fenestration industry
• Strong knowledge of uPVC / aluminium systems, glazing, or fabrication processes
• Experience managing teams within a manufacturing or construction-related environment
• A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop staff
• Strong understanding of production planning, workflows, and process improvement
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package (£50K-£60K DOE)
• Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturer
• A key leadership role with real influence over production performance
• Long-term career progression within the business