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Workshop Production Manager

Posted 1 hour 29 minutes ago by Elk Recruitment

Permanent

Full Time

Manufacturing Operations Jobs

Kildare, Ireland

Job Description

Role : Workshop Production Manager Location : North Kildare Key Responsibilities:

Plan, schedule and manage production activities from approved drawings and customer requirements through to manufacture and final dispatch.
Develop daily and weekly production plans, ensuring labour, machinery, materials and tooling are effectively allocated to maximise productivity.
Coordinate workflow across all manufacturing processes, including CNC profile cutting, pressing and bending, welding, fabrication, powder coating and finishing.
Monitor production progress throughout each shift, proactively identifying bottlenecks, capacity constraints and delays, and implementing practical solutions.
Lead, mentor and develop workshop personnel, promoting high standards of performance, quality, attendance, teamwork and accountability.
Ensure all employees are appropriately trained, competent and authorised to operate assigned equipment, maintaining accurate training and competency records.
Champion a strong health and safety culture by ensuring compliance with company procedures, risk assessments, safe systems of work, machine safety requirements, PPE and housekeeping standards.
Ensure all products are manufactured in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards, dimensional tolerances and applicable CE certification requirements.
Oversee in-process and final quality inspections, ensuring traceability, prompt resolution of non-conformances and effective management of defects and rework.
Work collaboratively with Design, Commercial, Procurement, Logistics and Project teams to coordinate technical requirements, material availability, production priorities and delivery schedules.
Manage the efficient use of materials and consumables, reducing waste and supporting accurate stock control and material traceability.
Coordinate planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs for production equipment, tooling and extraction systems to minimise downtime and maintain safe operation.
Monitor and report on key production performance indicators, including output, labour utilisation, quality, on-time delivery, downtime, scrap, rework and overtime.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workshop layout, production processes, equipment utilisation and operational efficiency.
Maintain accurate production, quality, maintenance and personnel records, providing regular updates and performance reports to the General Manager.
Maintain a visible presence on the workshop floor, providing technical guidance and hands on support where required to ensure safe, efficient and effective production.

Requirements:

Trade qualified Fabricator or an experienced fabrication professional with a minimum of five years' experience in light gauge sheet metal fabrication.
At least two years' experience in a supervisory or management role within a fabrication workshop or similar manufacturing environment.
Strong practical experience in MIG and TIG welding of aluminium, stainless steel and mild steel.
Hands on experience operating and supervising CNC manufacturing equipment, including plasma cutting machines, press brakes and long length bending equipment.
Excellent ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication details, dimensions and tolerances.
Proficient in CAD software, preferably AutoCAD, with the ability to review and interpret production drawings.
Demonstrated experience in production planning, scheduling, resource allocation and quality management within a fabrication environment.
Strong understanding of workshop health and safety legislation, machine safety and safe working practices.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, set clear expectations and foster a positive, accountable working culture.
Strong problem solving ability with a practical, solutions focused approach and the flexibility to respond to changing production priorities.
Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across operational, technical and commercial teams.
Competent in Microsoft Office and production management systems, with experience maintaining accurate production records and performance data.