Production Manager - Engineering/Manufacturing

Tandem Personnel; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 20% on management performance

Pension

25 days holiday

Professional development

Supportive environment

Ownership of production operation

Job summary

Tandem Personnel are recruiting on behalf of an established engineering and manufacturing business in Ipswich for a Production Manager. You will lead the production operation, plan/ schedule, ensure safety and quality, and drive improvements across the team.

The role requires 5-7+ years in a similar role, a strong engineering background, and a proactive approach to cost and waste reduction. You will partner with Quality and Purchasing to meet targets and budgets.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years in production/manufacturing management.
• Strong engineering or manufacturing background.
• Experience leading production teams and improving processes.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with cost/waste reduction focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the production operation.
• Oversee production planning and scheduling.
• Meet production targets and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and waste.
• Ensure RAMS are in place and Health & Safety is priorities.
• Collaborate with Quality, Purchasing and senior management.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on performance.

Skills

Production management

Team leadership

Health & Safety

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Production Manager - Engineering & Manufacturing

Tandem Personnel are recruiting on behalf of an established engineering and manufacturing business for an experienced Production Manager in Ipswich. This is an important role within the business, with responsibility for the day-to-day running of production, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. You will lead and develop the production team, manage production planning and scheduling, monitor performance and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the production operation.
• Oversee production planning and scheduling.
• Ensure production targets and customer requirements are met.
• Ensure effective use of manpower, machinery and materials.
• Monitor production KPIs and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead, motivate and develop the production team.
• Drive continuous improvement and look for ways to reduce costs and waste.
• Work closely with Quality to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Take responsibility for Health & Safety across the business.
• Complete risk assessments and ensure appropriate RAMS are in place.
• Manage relationships with subcontractors and work closely with Purchasing.
• Contribute to operational planning and business improvement.
• Monitor operational costs and support budget management.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on production performance and any challenges.
• Represent Operations at management meetings.

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager with:

• 5-7+ years' experience in a similar Production or Manufacturing Management role.
• A strong engineering or manufacturing background.
• Experience managing and developing production teams.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.
• A genuine continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Excellent communication and people-management skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive approach and the confidence to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements.
• Experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment is essential.

Benefits

• Salary £50K plus 20% management bonus
• 25 days holiday and BH, Pension
• Opportunity to take ownership of the production operation.
• Scope to make a real impact through continuous improvement.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive working environment