Production Manager

Theo James Recruitment Ltd; Washington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Theo James Recruitment is supporting a growing manufacturing business in Washington as it searches for a Production Manager. You will lead day-to-day production, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the quality standards customers expect.

Combining hands-on manufacturing knowledge with strong leadership, you will develop the team, improve working practices and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in laser cutting, CNC and press brake manufacturing environments.
• Experience supervising or managing production teams.
• Track record implementing SOPs, Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Strong commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Hands-on problem-solving and practical improvement approach.
• Excellent planning, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to take ownership, make decisions and adapt in a growing SME.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate production activities to meet customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
• Lead, support and develop the production team, setting clear expectations for safety, quality and performance.
• Oversee activities across laser cutting, CNC and press brake operations.
• Develop and embed standard operating procedures to promote consistent working practices.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation to improve organisation, productivity and efficiency.
• Identify production bottlenecks, resolve operational problems and reduce waste and rework.
• Maintain a strong customer quality focus, addressing issues at their root cause.
• Work closely with management and colleagues to align production priorities with business demands.

Skills

Practical manufacturing leadership

Production team supervision

SOPs Lean 5S

Quality assurance

Problem-solving

Planning & org skills

Decision making ownership

Job description

Location: Washington

Salary: Competitive

Shifts: Day shift (early finish on a Friday)

The Company

Theo James Recruitment is supporting a growing, ambitious manufacturing business in Washington as it searches for a Production Manager.

Operating in laser cutting, CNC, and press brake manufacturing, the business is looking for a practical leader to strengthen production processes, drive quality, and support continued growth.

This is an opportunity to make a visible impact within an SME, with the autonomy to put your ideas into practice.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will lead day-to-day production, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the quality standards customers expect.

Combining hands-on manufacturing knowledge with strong leadership, you will develop the team, improve working practices and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Plan and coordinate production activities to meet customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
• Lead, support and develop the production team, setting clear expectations for safety, quality and performance.
• Oversee activities across laser cutting, CNC and press brake operations.
• Develop and embed standard operating procedures to promote consistent working practices.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation to improve organisation, productivity and efficiency.
• Identify production bottlenecks, resolve operational problems and reduce waste and rework.
• Maintain a strong customer quality focus, addressing issues at their root cause.
• Work closely with management and colleagues to align production priorities with business demands.

Skills Required

• Strong practical experience within laser cutting, CNC and press brake manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing or supervising production teams.
• A track record of implementing and developing SOPs, Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• A strong commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to improvement.
• Strong planning, communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to take ownership, make decisions and adapt within a growing SME.

Why Join?

• Be part of a growing and ambitious business.
• Make a direct, visible contribution to the performance of an SME.
• Have the autonomy to make decisions and implement improvements.
• Work with a supportive and ambitious management team