Production Manager

Production Manager

Welham Green

Full time

Competitive

We are a long-established UK manufacturer and supplier for the design and production of gearing systems and specialist gearboxes. Established in 1880 s, the company has been long associated with the supply of precision gears to companies in various industries across the world. The company is certified to AS9100 Rev D and accredited to Nadcap special process EDM machining.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business and to inspire our people, ensure our vision, a positive culture and our values are fully embedded in the company. In the short-term, success will be defined by a speedy establishment of gravitas and management credentials in a business that requires significant change.

As Production Manager you enjoy a stimulating, rewarding and high-profile role which offers plenty of scope to truly add value and influence our future. There is a lot to do so, provided you enjoy a challenge, are comfortable driving change agendas and are people focused, you will thrive.

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes and quality control measures.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Essential Experience:

• Industry experience Must have worked as a Machinist in a mechanical engineering environment.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in production management in mechanical engineering.
• Proficient in the use of production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance standards ISO9001/ AS9100.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning - Implement production plans provided by the planning team to meet customer demand and company objectives.
• Process Optimisation - Identify and implement process improvements. Regularly review production processes and equipment to ensure we align with best practices.
• Team Leadership - Lead, motivate, and supervise production staff to achieve production goals.
• Quality Control - Implement and maintain stringent quality control measures to ensure products meet or exceed industry standards.
• Health and Safety Compliance - Ensure a safe working environment.
• Reporting and Documentation - Generate regular and accurate reports on production performance, including key metrics and KPIs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience
• Company Pension
• Life Insurance (4 x salary)
• On site parking

If you re ready to take the next step in your career as a Production Manager, please submit your CV now.