Production Manager

Michael Page; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car

Benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Production Manager based in Deeside to lead manufacturing operations and drive safe, efficient production in a fast-paced environment.

The role reports to the Head of Manufacturing and focuses on delivering productivity, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction through strong people management and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Production Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning.
• Experience leading teams within industrial manufacturing and engineering.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, quality systems, and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing production KPIs and driving improvements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Background in mechanical engineering or assembly is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve production targets.
• Ensure production is safe, efficient and to quality standards.
• Monitor production performance and drive improvements.
• Manage labour, equipment and materials to maximise productivity.
• Lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives and report KPIs.

Skills

Production management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Health & Safety

ERP/MRP

Team leadership

Project management

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Manufacturing/Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Manager role based in Deeside. Working for a well established industrial manufacturing company based in Deeside

Our client is a well established, growing manufacturing company based in Deeside

Description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of production targets.

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day production activities, leading production teams, and driving continuous improvement across the manufacturing operation. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for delivering high levels of productivity, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The successful candidate will be a strong people manager with a passion for operational excellence and proven experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations to achieve production targets.
• Ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor production performance and implement improvements where necessary.
• Manage labour, equipment, and materials to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure production schedules are achieved and customer delivery requirements are met.
• Manage, coach, and develop production supervisors, team leaders, and operators.
• Foster a positive, high-performance culture built on accountability and teamwork.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify training and development needs.
• Promote employee engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.
• Reduce downtime, waste, and operational costs.
• Support the implementation of new processes, equipment, and technologies
• Monitor and report on key production KPIs including output, efficiency, quality, downtime, and labour utilisation.
• Analyse production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to operational planning and business improvement projects.

Profile

You are an experienced Production Manager with a proven track record of leading manufacturing teams and delivering operational improvements. You are highly organised, results-driven, and capable of balancing people management with operational performance. You MUST be from a background such as precision engineering, metal components, mechanical assembly, machining or welding & fabrication.

You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving continuous improvement while developing your team.

• Proven experience in a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning.
• Experience leading and developing teams within an industrial manufacturing and engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, quality systems, and operational best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing production KPIs and driving performance improvements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Good IT skills, including experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline / equivalent.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement qualifications.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• A background in mechanical engineering ands assembly would help

Job Offer

£60,000 to £65,000 plus car and benefits

Desired Skills and Experience

Manufacturing / Production Management / Industrial Leadership