Production Manager

We have a new opportunity for a Production Manager to join the team. This role is within our manufacturing business, Global Upholstery Solutions. Global Upholstery Solutions is a leading manufacturer of high-quality upholstered components. The components are used in a variety of industries. Including automotive, office, and healthcare. Part of the Stannah Group, Global Upholstery Solutions are in Andover, Hampshire. The Production Manager will be responsible for managing and improving production processes for manufacturing sewn and upholstered products. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Production Manager will lead the operations team to ensure the products meet high-quality standards and are produced and delivered safely, on time, and in full. The Production Manager will ensure that the production operations run smoothly, efficiently and are continuously improved. We are looking for a production leader with significant experience to support this. You must be from a manufacturing background, used to a factory environment, and preferably from the production of upholstery components. Successful candidates must have experience in running day-to-day factory operations. Knowledge of health and safety regulations is essential. To be successful you will have strong analytical and computer skills with proven experience of utilising and implementing, continuous improvement tools and techniques. For example, 5S, TPM, Kaizen, Poka Yoke, Flow, Value Stream development. You will be confident to lead by example with a Safety-First mentality and approach. We are looking for a production manager who is adaptable with the ability to thrive and deliver results in a fast-paced environment Responsibilities: Ensure the Health, Safety, and Welfare of the workplace and employees at all times Identify and support projects and initiatives to improve Health, Safety, Welfare, and Environmental performance Provide Leadership, direction, and support for the operations team Appraise, develop, and coach front-line leaders Manage and develop an engaged and flexible workforce (50-60 team members) Develop and manage effective communications processes via cell and departmental daily performance reviews Develop and improve a right-first-time, customer focussed quality culture Implement and maintain an ISO9000-compliant quality assurance program for Production operations Establish quality control and assurance protocols in accordance with ISO9000 Ensure the availability of resources to support the production schedule to deliver products on time, in full Establish and monitor production metrics Identify process and production improvement projects Lead and contribute to cross-functional improvement and process development initiatives with relevant departments Develop and manage budgets for production operations activities Requirements: A degree or equivalent industry qualification / professional development. This is in a relevant field (operations management, engineering, or business administration) A relevant management qualification is preferable Company Information: Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence. Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business. The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services. Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect. Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community! Benefits Include: Competitive Salary, paid on a monthly basis Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Holiday scheme to buy extra days annual leave Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more Life Assurance Scheme Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being. Enhanced maternity and paternity provision Free parking We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive a high response of applications for the role. COMPANY REF: #GUS