Production Manager: Lead Factory Modernisation & Strategy

polkadotfrog Limited; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

polkadotfrog Limited in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join the senior management team. The role leads day-to-day manufacturing operations, drives improvements, and supports the company’s three-year strategy.

You will oversee production planning, lead teams, and manage safety and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will have strong engineering experience in manufacturing, proven leadership, and a drive for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven production management experience within manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong engineering background, preferably in machinery manufacturing.
• Experience managing Health & Safety, including risk assessments and RAMS.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to develop and motivate teams.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Continuous improvement mindset with ability to challenge processes and drive change.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Managing production planning, scheduling and resources to meet targets and deadlines.
• Leading, motivating and developing production teams, including fitters, team leaders and apprentices.
• Driving continuous improvement, improving efficiency, reducing costs and supporting factory modernisation.
• Taking responsibility for Health & Safety, including risk assessments, RAMS and regulatory compliance.
• Working closely with purchasing, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure smooth production operations.
• Monitoring KPIs, budgets and operational performance, contributing to strategic business decisions.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Strategic thinking

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Decision making

Driving licence

Job description

polkadotfrog Limited in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join the senior management team. The role leads day-to-day manufacturing operations, drives improvements, and supports the company’s three-year strategy.

You will oversee production planning, lead teams, and manage safety and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will have strong engineering experience in manufacturing, proven leadership, and a drive for continuous improvement.