Production Manager

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