Production Manager
Posted 25 days ago
- Lowestoft, Suffolk
- Any
- External
- Expires In 2 months
Job Title: Production Manager
Salary: Up to £50,000
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lowestoft, Suffolk
Job Start date: ASAP
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday; early finish on a Friday
Benefits: To be discussed at initial screening
We’re supporting our client, a leading global cooling solutions provider based in Suffolk, who are looking for a Production Manager to join their growing team. The successful Production Manager will have experience of managing a team in an industrial setting and experience of implementing LEAN manufacturing principles.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the manufacturing department, organising, planning and managing production of custom engineered equipment within time and budget targets. Working to ISO 9001/45001 standards to ensure Quality & Health & Safety guidance is adhered to. Effective leadership of team to promote effective communication and cooperation within a strong team culture. The role is varied and challenging, suiting someone who is highly motivated and organised with strong communication skills.
Responsibilities for Production Manager:
* Manage best use of resource to complete works in line with schedule and monitor efficiency within production process.
* Recruit, train and develop a motivated and skilled workshop team.
* Manage resource demands and develop capability through coaching and mentoring across teams.
* Support a strong team culture, embed effective communication and knowledge sharing across the team in line with company values.
* Promote a continuous improvement ethos in the technology, processes and systems used.
* Ensure best practice and compliance with health, safety and quality standards, taking action to prevent breaches and minimise risk.
* Effective communication and engagement in project reviews to ensure clarity of progress and priorities across the wider team.
* Liaise with other departments on manufacturing feedback to support design development and drive continuous improvement.
* Identify scope for product, process or operational improvement opportunities.
About You:
* Experience in a manufacturing/production management role, demonstration of managing engineering quality standards and supporting technical developments.
* Proven track record of delivering manufacturing programme on time and within budget.
* Strong engineering focus
* Experience of team leadership and development
* Solution oriented, strong problem-solving skills and focus on continuous improvement.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
* Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for the role of Production Manager, please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
Willcox Matthews Recruitment Ltd acts an employment business for permanent and contract roles. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that Willcox Matthews Ltd may contact you in connection with your application in relation to Willcox Matthews providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.
We take your application seriously and we make every effort to respond to all applicants.
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
Salary: Up to £50,000
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lowestoft, Suffolk
Job Start date: ASAP
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday; early finish on a Friday
Benefits: To be discussed at initial screening
We’re supporting our client, a leading global cooling solutions provider based in Suffolk, who are looking for a Production Manager to join their growing team. The successful Production Manager will have experience of managing a team in an industrial setting and experience of implementing LEAN manufacturing principles.
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the manufacturing department, organising, planning and managing production of custom engineered equipment within time and budget targets. Working to ISO 9001/45001 standards to ensure Quality & Health & Safety guidance is adhered to. Effective leadership of team to promote effective communication and cooperation within a strong team culture. The role is varied and challenging, suiting someone who is highly motivated and organised with strong communication skills.
Responsibilities for Production Manager:
* Manage best use of resource to complete works in line with schedule and monitor efficiency within production process.
* Recruit, train and develop a motivated and skilled workshop team.
* Manage resource demands and develop capability through coaching and mentoring across teams.
* Support a strong team culture, embed effective communication and knowledge sharing across the team in line with company values.
* Promote a continuous improvement ethos in the technology, processes and systems used.
* Ensure best practice and compliance with health, safety and quality standards, taking action to prevent breaches and minimise risk.
* Effective communication and engagement in project reviews to ensure clarity of progress and priorities across the wider team.
* Liaise with other departments on manufacturing feedback to support design development and drive continuous improvement.
* Identify scope for product, process or operational improvement opportunities.
About You:
* Experience in a manufacturing/production management role, demonstration of managing engineering quality standards and supporting technical developments.
* Proven track record of delivering manufacturing programme on time and within budget.
* Strong engineering focus
* Experience of team leadership and development
* Solution oriented, strong problem-solving skills and focus on continuous improvement.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
* Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for the role of Production Manager, please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
Willcox Matthews Recruitment Ltd acts an employment business for permanent and contract roles. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that Willcox Matthews Ltd may contact you in connection with your application in relation to Willcox Matthews providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.
We take your application seriously and we make every effort to respond to all applicants.
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
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