Production Manager: Lean Growth for Bespoke Manufacturer

Handley James Consulting Ltd; Dukinfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Handley James Consulting Ltd has been retained by a client to source a Production Manager for a bespoke manufacturer in Ashton. You will lead the production department and drive safety, quality and continuous improvement across the site.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in manufacturing, ideally in bespoke or made-to-order environments, with experience implementing lean principles and coaching teams to deliver operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Production Manager or Supervisor in manufacturing.
• Experience in bespoke or made-to-order environments preferred.
• Track record implementing lean principles and value-adding improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety standards are followed.
• Manage the production department.
• Deliver high-quality products on OTIF basis.
• Implement lean process improvements.
• Develop key performance measures within the department.
• Develop and coaching teams.
• Establishing effective processes and structures.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Health & Safety

People management

OTIF delivery

KPI development

Team coaching

Process improvement

Job description

Handley James Consulting Ltd has been retained by a client to source a Production Manager for a bespoke manufacturer in Ashton. You will lead the production department and drive safety, quality and continuous improvement across the site.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in manufacturing, ideally in bespoke or made-to-order environments, with experience implementing lean principles and coaching teams to deliver operational excellence.