Production Manager

CV Technical; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Wallingford is seeking an experienced Production Manager. You will oversee production operations, lead a team, and ensure compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates have supervisory experience and thrive in fast-paced environments. The role includes addressing operational issues and providing updates to leadership. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Gym & wellness benefit

Cycle-to-work scheme

Electric car schemes

25 days' holiday plus generous parental leave and flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory/management experience in a lean or fast-paced operational environment.
• Flexibility to work weekend-focused hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the weekend production team.
• Own the OTIF metric and address operational issues.
• Plan and optimise production workflows.
• Maintain high quality standards and compliance.
• Allocate staff and resolve operational challenges.
• Provide performance updates to senior leadership.
• Support staff training and development.
• Assist with inventory management.

Skills

Proven supervisory/management experience

Strong leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Resilience under pressure

Proficiency with data and IT systems

Job description

Production Manager

Days

£45-50,000

Our client is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee production operations, ensuring smooth team management and on-time, accurate product dispatch. This role reports into senior leadership and is ideal for a strong, proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the weekend production team, maintaining a positive, high-performance culture.
• Own the OTIF metric and act quickly to address operational issues.
• Plan and optimise production workflows for efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain high quality standards and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Allocate staff and resources effectively and resolve operational challenges.
• Provide performance updates to senior leadership.
• Support staff training and development.
• Assist with inventory management and general operational duties.

What We're Looking For

Must Have:

• Proven supervisory/management experience in a lean or fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and resilience under pressure.
• Proficiency with data and IT systems.
• Flexibility to work weekend-focused hours.

Desirable:

• Experience with lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in production environments.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Gym & wellness benefit
• Cycle-to-work and electric car schemes
• 25 days' holiday plus generous parental leave and flexible working

Contact Callum at CVT today on if this position is of interest to you