Production Manager

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Wage Employer

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Discounts on retail and restaurants

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

virtualGP

Enhanced family friendly pay

Free fruit and pizza

Refer a friend bonus incentive

Employee recognition rewards

Team Event Budget

Pension contributions

Career progression opportunities

Modern and clean working environment

Job summary

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd in York is seeking a Production Manager to support the Bodyshop Manager and drive efficient, high-quality repairs. You will guide the repair team, manage daily operations, and ensure customer deadlines are met while maintaining safety and standards.

The role requires a strong technical background in vehicle body repair, leadership experience within a Bodyshop, and a full UK driving license.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in Bodyshop operations.
• Leadership or supervisory role within a Bodyshop/auto environment.
• Multitasking and time-management abilities in a fast-paced setting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with customers and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of workplace safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Full UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Bodyshop operations to meet performance and quality targets.
• Step in to manage operations in the Bodyshop Manager's absence.
• Provide technical guidance on vehicle body repair techniques including panel repair, refinishing, welding, alignments, and structural repairs.
• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications and customer expectations.
• Assist with ordering parts, reviewing job packs, and other admin duties for efficient workshop operations.
• Mentor and guide team members to improve skills and efficiency.
• Track progress, manage workloads, and ensure timely completion of repairs to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate stock levels and ensure timely ordering of materials and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Uphold health and safety policies and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Vehicle body repair

Leadership

Time management

Quality focus

Communication

Safety compliance

Driving license

Job description

Hours - 7am – 5pm Monday – Friday & 1 in 2 Saturdays depending on business needs

Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group, with 38 established accident repair centres across the UK and we are still growing.

Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, who are the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an unrivalled platform and the resource for excellent training, development and employee packages!

We are looking for a Production Manager to join our Accident Repair Centre in Hudson York.The Production Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Bodyshop Manager and ensuring that our Bodyshop's are running efficiently. We are looking for a production manager who has proven experience working in a Bodyshop with passion, productivity and discipline to ensure success for the team.

We are creating the next generation of repair centres, driven by a passion for service, quality, and customer focus, and we want you to be a part of it!

The role will include, but is not limited to the following tasks:

• Support the daily operations of the Bodyshop to ensure smooth running and the achievement of performance and quality targets.
• Step in to manage operations in the Bodyshop Manager's absence.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the repair team on vehicle body repair techniques, including panel repair, refinishing, welding, alignments, and structural repairs.
• Conduct thorough checks to ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and customer expectations, maintaining high-quality standards throughout.
• Assist with ordering parts, reviewing job packs, and performing other administrative duties to ensure efficient workshop operations.
• Mentor and guide team members to improve their skills, increase efficiency, and promote collaboration within the team.
• Track progress, manage workloads effectively, and ensure timely completion of repairs to meet customer deadlines.
• Coordinate stock levels, ensure timely ordering of materials, and maintain tools and equipment in optimal condition.
• Uphold company health and safety policies, maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment for the team.

What are we looking for?

• A strong technical background in vehicle body repair, with hands‑on experience in Bodyshop operations.
• Strong technical knowledge on structural and mechanical repairs. Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a Bodyshop environment will be highly advantageous.
• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a Bodyshop or automotive environment.
• Exceptional multitasking and time‑management abilities to handle diverse responsibilities in a fast‑paced setting.
• A keen eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to quality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with both customers and internal stakeholders professionally.
• A thorough understanding of workplace safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• A full, valid UK driving license is essential.

Our Values

Be Proud – take pride in your work and celebrate your successes, big or small.

Keep It Simple – simple solutions are harder to find than complex ones, but consistency and simplicity matter most

Do the Right Thing – if it feels right in your heart, do it. If it doesn’t, then don’t.

And most importantly, always be extraordinary.

Halo is extremely well known within the insurance industry for having extraordinarily high performing people and since we are a people thinking business, we know that it’s our teams and centres that provide extraordinary results. Therefore, you can expect an excellent package and environment.

• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• virtualGP
• Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
• Free fruit and pizza
• Refer a friend bonus incentive
• Employee recognition rewards
• Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
• Discounted LV insurance
• Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
• We invest in YOU with opportunities for career progression
• Pension contributions
• Work within a modern and clean working environment
• And we are always open to hearing what our people want!

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. We are an inclusive workplace, where staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves.

To discuss this position or any of our positions in more detail feel free to contact our recruitment team via [e-mail] or call 01243 546185, we aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.