Production Manager

Jenrick Engineering; Cheshire (MA); On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily operations in a busy production facility. This role involves managing a large team to achieve operational excellence and maintain high standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background in manufacturing and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Benefits

New Employee bonus of up to £2000

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production or operations management in automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience in shift-based teams.
• Skilled in lean tools, problem solving (8D), and visual management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Team Leaders and production teams of over 100 employees.
• Drive performance in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP).
• Oversee new product launches and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Planning and organisational skills

Lean tools

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

QMS

Pirana

Job description

Role: Production Manager
Salary: Up to £55k DOE
Shifts: Monday - Friday Days (Occasionally working 6-2 / 2-10 when needed)

We're looking for a Production Manager to work alongside the Manufacturing Manager in overseeing the daily operations of a busy production facility. With approximately 100 employees and six Team Leaders reporting directly into this role, you'll be a key player in achieving operational excellence across areas such as welding, machining, pressing, robotic welding, and painting.

The role:

• Lead and support Team Leaders and production teams (100+ employees)
• Create and manage production plans to achieve >98% on-time delivery
• Drive performance in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP)
• Oversee the launch of new products and continuous improvement activities
• Ensure standards are met, including IATF 16949 and ISO 45001
• Develop team leaders to run day-to-day operations independently
• Support systems such as ERP, QMS, and Pirana
• Act as site lead when the Manufacturing Manager is away

Ideal candidate:

• Proven experience in production or operations management in automotive or manufacturing would be desirable
• Strong people leadership skills
• Experience with shift-based teams, but working on a day shift
• Skilled in lean tools, problem solving (8D), and visual management
• Confident communicator with strong planning and organisational skills
• Proactive and always looking for ways to improve

You can get up to £2000 New Employee bonus within your 1st year of working for this business