Site Production Manager

Rygor Group Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious bodybuilder brand in Manchester is seeking a Site Production Manager to oversee production operations. The role involves managing workflows, ensuring quality standards, and mentoring the team. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in production management and a passion for continuous improvement.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

A day off for your birthday

Auto-enrolment pension

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes

Training opportunities and in-house learning hub

Long service recognition

Branded uniform

Annual appraisals and progression opportunities

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager.
• Passion for continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow and ensure production targets are met.
• Manage materials control and implement 5S principles.
• Lead people management activities including recruitment and training.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time Management

Proactivity

Resilience

Job description

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Site Production Manager

Trafford Park, Manchester
£50,000 per annum
Monday to Friday, 44 hours per week.

Your Role

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our prestigious bodybuilder brand as a Site Production Manager at our factory in Manchester. If you are fully qualified in your profession and passionate about leading production operations, this role is for you.

As the Site Production Manager, you will oversee the smooth operation of the production site, managing daily workflows, meeting production targets, and maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards. Your expertise in lean manufacturing, workflow management, and materials control will drive continuous improvement across the site.

You will also be responsible for setting up and managing the production facility to align with business objectives, mentoring your team, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize processes and manage risks.

Role Level on the Coolfreeze Career Journey Map: M3, Senior Department Managers

Your role is crucial to business success. You will spend at least 60% of your time managing and guiding your team, ensuring departmental achievements. Effective communication, a positive outlook, and inspiring leadership are key to your success.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

1. Oversee daily workflow, ensuring production schedules and targets are met.
2. Ensure compliance with policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
3. Manage materials control to ensure resource availability.
4. Implement and monitor 5S principles for workplace efficiency.
5. Lead lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and improve processes.
6. Proactively identify challenges and mitigate risks.
7. Lead people management activities, including recruitment, performance reviews, training, and development.
8. Communicate regularly with stakeholders on safety, quality, delivery, and costs.
9. Accurately log production hours and attendance.
10. Participate in meetings on progress, KPIs, and improvements.

Training will be provided where needed, and support will be available to help you grow in your role.

Skills and Behaviours

• Experience: Proven experience as a Production Manager with a passion for continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, quality, and efficiency.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, acting as a main point of contact across departments and with customers.
• Resilience: Ability to cope with challenges and adapt.
• Leadership: Drive performance and foster team development.
• Proactivity: Take initiative, identify opportunities, and lead change.
• Motivation: Maintain personal and team motivation.
• Time Management: Ensure efficiency and meet deadlines.

We encourage applications even if you don't meet 100% of the criteria—share your passions, achievements, and aspirations with us!

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A day off for your birthday
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
• Wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Training opportunities and in-house learning hub
• Long service recognition
• Branded uniform
• Annual appraisals and progression opportunities
• Death in service benefit

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About Coolfreeze

Coolfreeze is a renowned bodybuilding (coachbuilders) company with sites in Manchester and Wiltshire. We deliver exceptional customer service and have a loyal customer base. Our success is built on our experienced team, many of whom have long service with us, contributing to our ISO 9001:2008 quality standards.

Hiring Process

Apply online with a standout CV, have a screening call, meet the team, and if successful, receive an offer. We support reasonable adjustments for applicants.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristics.