Production Manager

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to join a well-established company! Job Type: Full-Time – Permanent. Salary: Up To £48,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience. Location: Glasgow G4. Schedule: Working hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (occasional flexibility required). About The Role: The company is seeking an experienced Production Manager with a strong signage background to lead their factory operations across signage and joinery. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for managing day-to-day production, coordinating workloads, and ensuring consistently high standards of quality, efficiency, and health & safety. This position is best suited to a Production Manager who has worked within the signage industry and understands the demands of sign manufacturing, materials, workflows, and installation requirements. You will play a key role in planning production schedules, managing resources, and driving continuous improvement across the factory. For the right candidate, they are pleased to offer a UK relocation package to support a smooth transition. Key Responsibilities: Production & Workflow * Manage the day-to-day operations of the signage and joinery workshops, ensuring smooth workflow and clear communication between teams. * Plan, organise, and monitor production schedules to ensure jobs are delivered on time and to specification. * Oversee job efficiency, ensuring work progresses through production in a timely and cost-effective manner. * Monitor labour hours per job, investigate overruns, and implement improvements to planning and productivity. * Collate jobs ready for dispatch, ensuring all components are complete, labelled, packaged correctly, and prepared for delivery. Stock, Materials & Wastage * Conduct and record accurate monthly stock takes, investigate discrepancies, and proactively communicate low stock levels. * Monitor material usage and maintain a detailed wastage log. * Implement practical strategies to reduce waste across signage and joinery production. Quality Control * Maintain high quality standards by inspecting work throughout production. * Address defects promptly and ensure corrective actions are implemented. * Uphold consistent quality across all signage and joinery outputs. Health, Safety & Compliance * Oversee health and safety across the factory, including PPE checks, first aid supplies, accident reporting, and regular toolbox talks. * Deliver machine safety inductions and ensure all operatives are trained and compliant before equipment use. * Carry out full factory inductions for new starters once onboarding is complete. * Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, supporting audits and inspections where required. Machinery & Maintenance * Oversee planned maintenance of all machinery using weekly and monthly planners. * Ensure machinery is kept clean, safe, and fully operational at all times. Leadership & Development * Supervise, support, and motivate factory staff, fostering a positive and productive working environment. * Identify training needs and support ongoing development of production team members. * Track individual and team performance, providing regular feedback and conducting performance reviews. Collaboration * Work closely with design, sales, and project management teams to align production output with client expectations and project timelines. * Coordinate with the Senior Sales Administrator to forecast and programme future workload. Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Supervisor within the signage industry (essential). Strong understanding of signage manufacturing processes, materials, machinery, and installation requirements. Experience managing workshop teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Solid knowledge of stock control, quality assurance, and health & safety in a factory setting. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Confident using production planning tools and software (Excel, ERP systems). Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Hands-on, practical approach with a focus on continuous improvement. Additional Info: UK relocation package available for the right candidate. Full UK driving licence required, company car or van provided for site visits. Company Benefits: Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Half-Day Holiday for your Birthday If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need