Production Manager

Anglian Recruitment; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Probation period 6 months

Job summary

Anglian Recruitment in Wymondham, Norfolk, is seeking an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in architectural metalwork and structural steelwork to oversee and coordinate operations at our manufacturing facility.

This senior role plans, coordinates and supervises all production activities to ensure on-time delivery, within budget and to specifications. The role involves 95% at the Wymondham factory with some travel to London for meetings, possibly overnight.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager in construction.
• Strong background in architectural metalwork and structural steelwork.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes and schedules.
• Experience managing budgets, resources and deadlines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the central production schedule across workshops.
• Oversee daily and weekly production activities.
• Coordinate planning, resources and workforce allocation.
• Monitor productivity and progress against deadlines.
• Maintain production records and documentation.
• Ensure health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Liaise with suppliers and clients to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Production management

Manufacturing

Scheduling

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production management systems

Procurement software

Job description

Production Manager

Location: Wymondham, Norfolk

Salary: Dependent on experience

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in architectural metalwork and structural steelwork to oversee and coordinate operations at our manufacturing facility in Wymondham, Norfolk.

This is a senior management position, responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all production activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required specifications.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Managing Director and existing senior management team, coordinating workshop operations, resources, materials, suppliers and project teams to ensure the smooth running of the business.

Approximately 95% of the role will be based at the Wymondham factory, with occasional travel to London for meetings, which may occasionally require overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the central production schedule, covering all in-house and external manufacturing activities.
• Oversee daily and weekly production across manufacturing and assembly workshops.
• Coordinate production planning, resources and workforce allocation.
• Monitor workshop hours, productivity and progress against project deadlines.
• Track material purchase orders, deliveries and supplier lead times.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure materials are ordered and delivered in line with production requirements.
• Chair regular production meetings and coordinate with Design, Contracts and Commercial Managers.
• Attend project handover and design meetings.
• Monitor production performance and identify potential delays.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required specifications.
• Coordinate transport and delivery requirements.
• Maintain accurate production records, schedules and documentation.
• Ensure employees follow health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and architects.
• Identify production risks and implement measures to minimise disruption.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Manager within the construction industry.
• Strong background in architectural metalwork and structural steelwork.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing and production processes.
• Experience managing production schedules, budgets, resources and project deadlines.
• Understanding of purchasing, material procurement and supplier management.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and production management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage workshop teams.

Benefits

• 20 days annual leave plus national and bank holidays.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Six-month probationary period.