Production Manager – Chemical Manufacturing Leader

Probus Recruitment Ltd; Bamber Bridge; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global chemical manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager to oversee a team of 25-30 operators in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will drive operational performance, safety, and compliance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Required qualifications include 5+ years in production leadership, strong motivation skills, and expertise in continuous improvement methodologies. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a generous bonus and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

8% annual bonus

Life assurance (4x salary)

Permanent health insurance (50% monthly salary)

Group Dependant Plan (45% of salary)

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a production/operations leadership role, ideally in chemical or related manufacturing.
• Track record of motivating teams and delivering results.
• Strong understanding of continuous improvement tools like Lean.

Responsibilities

• Lead a production team of 25-30 operators and two supervisors.
• Oversee efficient production to meet quality and lead-time expectations.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across operations.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Problem-Solving

Team Motivation

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading global chemical manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager to oversee a team of 25-30 operators in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will drive operational performance, safety, and compliance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Required qualifications include 5+ years in production leadership, strong motivation skills, and expertise in continuous improvement methodologies. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a generous bonus and pension contributions.