Production Manager

Alstom; Wembley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Wembley is seeking a Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations, driving reliable, high‑quality rail solutions. You will partner with engineering, quality and supply chain teams to ensure scalable processes and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and proven leadership in production/operations management, preferably in rail or heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience in production or operations management, preferably in rail or heavy industry.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, process optimisation, and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of safety standards, quality assurance, and supply chain principles.
• Flexible, adaptable, and resilient, with the ability to lead teams through operational change, business transformation, and evolving customer requirements within a fast‑paced rail environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience developing, coaching, and engaging multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational targets and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and senior management functions.

Responsibilities

• Drive scalable production processes to meet growing demand and future-proof operations.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Ensure reliability and consistency in output through robust quality control systems.
• Champion continuous improvement and implement innovative manufacturing methodologies.
• Promote knowledge sharing and upskilling within your team to build collective expertise.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Lean manufacturing

Process optimisation

ERP systems

Safety standards

Quality assurance

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Production Manager

Date: 21 Oct 2026

Location: Wembley, LND, GB

Company: Alstom

Location: Wembley (On‑Site) Rotating Shifts
Appointment Basis: Permanent
Apply by: 3/11/26
Salary + Benefits: £55.080 Basic + 18.5% Shift + Bonus

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

More Than a Job: A Mission

We are seeking a passionate Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations, working alongside dedicated teams to deliver reliable, high-quality rail solutions. Your leadership will drive operational excellence and lasting impact in a fast-paced environment.

Your Role, Your Impact

• Drive scalable production processes to meet growing demand and future-proof operations.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Ensure reliability and consistency in output through robust quality control systems.
• Champion continuous improvement and implement innovative manufacturing methodologies.
• Promote knowledge sharing and upskilling within your team to build collective expertise.

You’ll work with sharp, committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility, ensuring seamless integration of business and technology.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience in production or operations management, preferably in rail or heavy industry.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, process optimisation, and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of safety standards, quality assurance, and supply chain principles.
• Flexible, adaptable, and resilient, with the ability to lead teams through operational change, business transformation, and evolving customer requirements within a fast‑paced rail environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience developing, coaching, and engaging multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational targets and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and senior management functions.

How Success Is Measured

• On‑time delivery of production targets and alignment with strategic goals.
• Effective team leadership and cross‑departmental collaboration.
• Reduction in defects, downtime, and increased operational efficiency.

Alstom, A Great Place to Grow

Work with advanced manufacturing technologies and a forward‑thinking vision.

Make a global impact from our Wembley site, contributing to sustainable mobility.

Advance your career through continuous learning and professional development

Equal opportunity statement

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a “disability confident leader accredited employer”, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.