Are you an experienced Production Manager looking to join a market-leading engineering company? Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a hands-on leader to oversee production operations at their Oldham site, leading a small team while driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Engineer or Supervisor who is ready to make the next “step up” in their engineering career to work for an expanding business who already employ ex-military.
Production Manager Responsibilities:
- Manage all production control activities including parts ordering and stock control.
- Monitor job progress and deliver quality products in accordance with the production plan.
- Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and other departments.
- Ensure that everyone works safely and be responsible for all H & S requirements within the department and to carry out risk assessments where required.
- Responsible for the training and development of production staff.
- Identify and lead improvements and contribute to cross functional initiatives.
- Ensure that all KPI targets are met and continuously improved upon.
- Manage the material storage ensuring that all material is stocked and issued correctly as per the appropriate procedures.
Production Manager Requirements:
- Proven experience in a Team Leader/Supervisor role, preferably managing diverse skill sets.
- Previous experience in Manufacturing/Engineering environment is essential.
- Apprentice trained Mechanical or Electrical Engineer or have equivalent experience.
- IT literate.
- Hold IOSH or NEBOSH – advantageous.
Production Manager benefits:
- Starting salary up to £50,000 DOE
- Monday – Friday working, including early finish on a Friday
- 25 days annual leave + all bank holidays
