Production Manager: Lean Leader for Global Manufacturing

flex; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in power solutions seeks a Production Manager in Blackburn, UK, to lead production teams ensuring quality output within deadlines and budgets. Responsibilities include managing processes, driving Lean practices, and liaising with project management. The role demands significant experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and capability to manage teams effectively. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Merit-based annual pay review

Enhanced annual leave

Employee recognition scheme

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience within Heavy Industrial / Manufacturing role, ideally electrical knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong people management and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production teams and ensure product quality on time.
• Drive Lean/5S principles and improve production processes.
• Support recruitment and manage team absences effectively.

Skills

Heavy Industrial / Manufacturing experience

Continuous Improvement / LEAN Manufacturing

People management skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

A global leader in power solutions seeks a Production Manager in Blackburn, UK, to lead production teams ensuring quality output within deadlines and budgets. Responsibilities include managing processes, driving Lean practices, and liaising with project management. The role demands significant experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and capability to manage teams effectively. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal growth.