Production Manager: Lead Lean Ops & High-Performance Teams

Macfarlane Group UK Ltd; Cricklade; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Long service awards

Contributory pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

GWP Group / Macfarlane Packaging is seeking a seasoned Production Manager at our Cricklade site. You will lead multi-shift manufacturing operations, drive performance, safety, and quality, and develop a high-performing team to meet output targets and customer requirements.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, plus bonus and benefits. You should have strong leadership, production planning, KPI reporting, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing production within a manufacturing environment (corrugated packaging experience beneficial).
• Strong leadership skills with ability to engage, develop, and motivate teams.
• Structured and proactive approach to managing performance and driving efficiency.
• Experience working with production planning systems and KPI reporting.
• Practical understanding of health, safety and quality requirements in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all production activities to ensure output targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are consistently achieved.
• Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across all manufacturing processes.
• Take ownership of production execution, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to meet business demands.
• Develop, coach, and lead production teams, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and quality standards across all operations.
• Monitor and manage performance against KPIs, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication, planning, and problem resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

KPI reporting

Health & safety

Quality focus

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

GWP Group / Macfarlane Packaging is seeking a seasoned Production Manager at our Cricklade site. You will lead multi-shift manufacturing operations, drive performance, safety, and quality, and develop a high-performing team to meet output targets and customer requirements.

The role offers a competitive salary up to £50,000 depending on experience, plus bonus and benefits. You should have strong leadership, production planning, KPI reporting, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.