Production Manager – Presswork manufacturing

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK seeks a Production Manager for their Presswork operations in Birmingham. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily production activities, enhancing team engagement, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in fast-paced manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications. This position offers a great opportunity for growth within an expanding business with ongoing investment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production or Operations Manager in fast-paced manufacturing.
• Knowledge of metal stampings, presswork, fabrication, and welded assembly processes.
• Experience coaching and mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume manufacturing process and oversee daily operations.
• Implement and review Standard Operating Procedures and KPIs.
• Drive a culture of Health & Safety.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Team Management

Health & Safety

Continuous Improvement

Education

Management or supervisory qualifications (ILM, NVQ4, HNC, Degree)

BTEC Mechanical Engineering

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Production Manager – Presswork manufacturing, Birmingham

Client:

Technical Network Recruitment

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Technical Network has been retained by an established SME manufacturer to source an experienced Production Manager. Responsible for a key production area, this role offers an excellent opportunity for a resilient and driven individual to impact a growing UK business.

Production Manager – Presswork manufacturing

Salary: to £40-45,000

Location: West Midlands (commutable from Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall, West Bromwich, Dudley, Telford)

Job Purpose:

• Manage a high-volume, complex manufacturing process, overseeing daily operations against H&S, QCD performance metrics.
• Develop and mentor your team to foster a positive environment.
• Implement and review Standard Operating Procedures and KPIs.
• Lead a diverse team, promoting engagement and growth.
• Drive a culture of Health & Safety.
• Lead Continuous Improvement activities.

Experience required:

• Proven experience as a Production or Operations Manager in a fast-paced volume manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of metal stampings, presswork, fabrication, and welded assembly processes.
• Experience coaching and mentoring teams.
• Strong planning, organizational, and management skills.
• Assertive, independent, and able to work under pressure.
• Proven ability to meet KPIs.
• Management or supervisory qualifications such as ILM, NVQ4, HNC, Degree.
• Time served / BTEC Mechanical Engineering and lean/sigma training are highly desirable.

The opportunity:

This role offers an excellent chance for an experienced manufacturing leader to contribute to an expanding organization with ongoing investment. Be part of the senior management team and influence the company's growth.

Application:

Apply online or contact Robert Wigley for a confidential discussion at technical-network.co.uk.

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