Site Production Manager

Kemp Recruitment Ltd; Stretford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Site Production Manager to lead a vehicle body workshop team in Trafford Park. This hands-on leadership role involves driving production and upholding quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a proven production management background, experience with lean manufacturing, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holidays, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Up to £50,000 per annum

Birthday off and 23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension and family-friendly policies

Extensive training and development

Wellness support including private GP access

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar Site Production Manager role.
• Strong background in implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow, production schedules, and ensure all targets are met.
• Enforce strict health, safety, and quality standards on the shop floor.
• Lead 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Team development

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Site Production Manager - Trafford Park, Manchester

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 44 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

Ready to take full ownership of a busy manufacturing site? We're looking for a Site Production Manager to lead a skilled team at our vehicle body workshop in Trafford Park. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll drive production, uphold quality, and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow, production schedules, and ensure all targets are met.
• Enforce strict health, safety, and quality standards on the shop floor.
• Lead 5S and lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Recruit, mentor, and coach your team, fostering a culture of high performance.
• Manage materials control to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
• Report on KPIs, providing clear updates to senior management.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar Site Production Manager role.
• A strong background in implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the resilience to perform under pressure.
• A proactive, self‑driven approach with superb organisational skills.

What's On Offer

• Up to £50,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday schedule
• Birthday off and 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension and family-friendly policies
• Extensive training, development, and clear career progression
• Wellness support including private GP access
• Death in service benefit

Don't tick every box?

If you're an experienced production professional with most of what we're looking for, we still want to hear from you. We value leadership and potential.

Sound like you?

If you're ready to step up as a Site Production Manager, get in touch with Cal today.

Call Cal at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)

Ref: INDCR