Production Manager

Rise Executive Search & Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Production Manager to oversee the sheet metal fabrication process for a client in the UK. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in production management, a relevant technical qualification, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing workflow, optimizing production processes, and ensuring quality standards are met. This is a permanent position with a salary ranging from £55K to £65K, and additional benefits including bonuses and pension.

Benefits

Discretionary company profit-related bonus

20 days annual leave rising to 25 with service

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum of City and Guilds / HND or equivalent in sheet metal fabrication.
• 5+ years in a production engineering management role.
• Computer literacy and experience with production planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control production workflow to meet deadlines.
• Manage and mentor shop floor personnel.
• Monitor and review manufacturing processes.

Skills

Experience in sheet metal fabrication

Team leadership skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Quality assurance procedures

Education

City and Guilds / HND or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production planning tools

ERP systems

Job description

Sheet Metal Manufacturing Manager – High Quality Stainless Steel Fabricator

c. £55K - 65K NEG DOE basic plus discretionary company profit related bonus, pension, 20 days annual leave rising to 25 with service.

We are seeking on behalf of our Client an experienced Production Manager/Workshop Manager to join their workforce on a permanent basis. Suitable candidates are likely to be time served and have experience in sheet metal fabrication, including with stainless steel, welding, and CNC press and laser cutting machines. Ideally you will have experience of working with a wide variety of fabricated products and manufacturing, including marking, cutting, welding. Machine programming ability is a distinct advantage, as would be experience with specific machinery by Trumpf and or Amada. In addition you will have experienced in implementing improvements and efficiencies, supervising staff and adhering to production schedules. Previous supervisory and management responsibility is essential. This is a salaried position and will carry a bonus in addition plus other benefits. Normal hours of work Monday to Friday 7.30 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. some extra hours will occasionally be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:
• Plan and Control production workflow to meet despatch deadlines.
• Manage and mentor a team of shop floor personnel, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Production Process Optimization:
• Understanding and interpretation of technical drawings
• Monitor, control and review all aspects of manufacturing processes, including BOM, stock control, and the issuing of relevant drawings and process documentation to the relevant production personnel.
• Co‑ordinate with relevant internal departments and key suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of critical material and components.
• Equipment and Maintenance:
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and upgrading of production equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Quality Assurance:
• Work closely with all personnel to ensure quality standards attained across all production areas.
• Develop and maintain documentation for production processes, procedures, and quality assurance protocols.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
• Ensure all production activities align with safety regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular safety audits and arrange training sessions to minimise any identified risks.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of City and Guilds / HND or equivalent Technical Qualification in associated sheet metal fabrication production activity.
• 5+ years of experience in a production engineering management role.
• Computer literate, ability to use Microsoft Office suite of products, and comfortable using production planning tools, and ERP systems.
• Reside within 45 minutes commutable distance of Luton.

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