Production Manager

Lead and manage production operations, ensuring high performance whilst driving continuous improvement and maintaining adherence to industry regulations. Oversee and develop a diverse team whilst supporting the company's reputation for manufacturing excellence.

Client Details

We are working with a leader in the automotive manufacturing industry with a long-standing reputation for global excellence known for its commitment to innovation and exceptional product quality. Technical excellence and continuous improvement are central to their success with a culture of ownership based on pushing the limits of performance.

Description

• Deliver high-quality, cost-effective production methods, ensuring strong manufacturing standards are met.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean tools, value engineering, and root-cause analysis to enhance capability and eliminate waste.
• Monitor performance data, analyse downtime trends, and implement corrective actions to maintain best-in-class reliability.
• Maintain strict compliance with industry regulations, governing body requirements, and quality standards.
• Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards across the department.
• Manage, coach, and develop team members to achieve operational excellence and maintain high performance.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to support manufacturing strategy and delivery.

Profile

The successful Production Manager should have:

• A strong background in manufacturing within automotive, aerospace or precision engineering.
• Proven expertise in managing production processes and teams.
• Strong technical understanding of machining and CAD methodology.
• Exposure to operational excellence frameworks such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.
• Experience with process improvement and commercial viability.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate and guide a team.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary between £75,000 and £90,000.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Strong pension scheme.
• Comprehensive health coverage.
• 35 days of holiday including bank holidays.
• Based on-site out of Northamptonshire