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A Production Manager is sought to lead and develop manufacturing operations within a fast-paced engineering environment. The role focuses on improving output, quality, and efficiency while driving team performance and supporting business growth. The successful candidate ensures smooth daily operations and plays a key role in scaling production capability.
Client Details
Production Manager, Newbury:
The client is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing advanced manufacturing organisation specialising in complex, high-performance engineered products. Operating in a technically demanding environment, they are investing heavily in growth and production capability, offering a strong platform for career development within a collaborative and innovative culture.
Description
- Production Manager, Newbury:
- Lead a growing production operation during a period of rapid scale-up
- Lead the doubling of production levels this year, setting up production lines for two new products
- You will be measured on facilities planning, productivity and efficient reporting
- Manage day-to-day manufacturing activities to meet output targets
- Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, and quality standards
- Develop and implement production plans in line with business demand
- Lead, coach, and develop shopfloor teams to maximise performance
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality requirements
- Work closely with engineering and project teams on new product introduction
- Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Profile
- Production Manager, Newbury:
- Proven leader who can drive performance in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to double production levels this year, setting up production lines for two new products
- Experience in a Production Manager role within manufacturing
- Good knowledge of small batch and large volume production
- Strong background in improving processes and driving efficiency
- Experience working with both low and higher volume production
- Ability to lead, engage, and develop multi-skilled teams
- Confident working cross-functionally with engineering and operations
- Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality standards
- Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills
Job Offer
Salary £60,000 – £70,000 plus good package and opportunity to:
- Lead a production operation through a genuine scale-up phase, building structure, shaping a team, and taking full ownership of how manufacturing evolves as output rapidly increases.
- A rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where your impact is visible, your ideas are implemented, and you play a key part in transforming a growing manufacturing business into a high-performing production function.
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