Production Manager

Leicester (Groby Road) £42,000 + 10% Bonus Monday to Friday (Days)

42 hours/week Permanent Industrial / Manufacturing Experience Required

Ready to lead a team, drive change, and shape the future of production?
An industry leader in textile, workwear, and laundry services is investing millions into its flagship Leicester plant - and we're looking for a Production Manager to help lead that transformation.

Your Mission:

As Production Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement, ensuring operational excellence, and leading a motivated team to deliver high-quality service on time, in full (OTIF). Your day-to-day will include:

Leading improvement forums and quality circles to boost performance and efficiency

Managing KPIs, analysing data, and implementing strategic improvements

Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure service excellence

Maintaining environmental responsibility across production processes

Driving productivity and cost-effectiveness within your department

What You'll Bring:

Strong production management experience, ideally in industrial or manufacturing environments

A data-driven, quality-focused mindset

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to influence, motivate, and manage team performance (including SMART objectives)

Proficient IT skills (MS Office, including Excel, Project, and PowerPoint)

Salary & Benefits:

£42,000 per annum + 10% performance bonus

Gym discounts, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities

A chance to be part of an exciting transformation project at a key UK site

About the Employer:

A long-established national service provider with over 8,000 employees and 60+ locations across the UK, supporting key industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. Clients include some of the UK's biggest names in hospitality and public services.

Location:

Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9QH
(Must be within commutable distance - no overnight stays required)

, Hull, E Riding of Yorkshire, England

, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England

First Floor - Unit 5, Hertsmere Industrial Park, Chester Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 1LT