Production Manager

TN United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to lead a skilled team in Manufacturing Operations. This role focuses on driving operational excellence, implementing continuous improvement strategies, and ensuring high standards of service. You will oversee daily production processes, manage budgets, and mentor team members to achieve exceptional results. If you have a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a passion for innovation and leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status preferred.
• Proven track record in operations management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and ensure key metrics are met.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Manage scheduling and optimize work sequencing.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process Improvement

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Customer Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SQDCP Principles

CAPA Systems

5S Methodology

Job description

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and managing a team of intermediate or experienced professionals in Manufacturing Operations. The role involves establishing objectives and guidelines to monitor cell performance and productivity, promoting continuous improvement, and ensuring operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee daily production and delivery processes, ensuring key metrics such as OTD, productivity, sales, inventory, and budget adherence are met or exceeded.
2. Implement and support the ‘Tier’ process at the Wolverhampton Site using SQDCP principles.
3. Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
4. Manage scheduling to meet production standards and optimize work sequencing for productivity.
5. Drive innovation to improve production capabilities.
6. Collaborate with customers to understand their needs and ensure high standards of service.
7. Provide people leadership, including communication, culture development, performance feedback, mentoring, and career development.
8. Assist in capacity planning and support capital expenditure projects.
9. Manage departmental budgets, identify savings, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
10. Ensure smooth introduction of new products with proper manufacturing, process, and quality controls.
11. Maintain product quality by managing parts and process adherence, proactively addressing quality issues.
12. Lead and develop the operations & manufacturing engineering team to achieve high standards in delivery, quality, and productivity.
13. Manage operational budgets to ensure profitability and resource availability.
14. Support continuous improvement initiatives and develop the site Operations transformation plan.
15. Mentor and develop leadership within the team.
16. Manage payroll and overtime efficiently.
17. Utilize Lean tools such as 5S, standardization, and visual management to drive productivity.
18. Lead a multi-skilled workforce to meet customer demands through planning, organizing, coaching, and engagement.
19. Set standards, guide, and coach teams in line with Collins Aerospace core values.
20. Implement root cause analysis using CAPA systems for internal and external faults.
21. Maintain and develop customer relationships to ensure exceptional service.
22. Lead Quality Management Systems and ensure compliance with quality standards.
23. Conduct performance appraisals and reviews with team members.
24. Show initiative and own decisions and their outcomes.
25. Conduct SQDCP reviews covering safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people metrics.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
• Time-served apprenticeship background.
• Proven track record of delivering world-class operations.
• Experience across Operations, Engineering, EHS, Quality, and HR best practices.
• Confident, professional personality with customer interface experience.