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Production Manager

Production Manager

Workforce Staffing LtdWillenhall, West Midlands, GB
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Production Manager

Location : Willenhall

Salary : £45,000 to £50,000 per annum

Hours : Days 8am – 5pm (1pm finish on Friday)

Full-Time – Permanent Position

Our client is a leading precision engineering company, delivering high-quality components to a range of industries. They are looking for an experienced and driven Production Manager to join their Senior Leadership Team and oversee production across multiple units. This is a pivotal role in the business, with responsibility for daily operations, continuous improvement, and team performance.

The role of Production Manager will involve :

  • Managing daily production operations across multiple sites, ensuring delivery targets (OTD, OEE, OTIF) are met
  • Creating Excel-based production plans from job routings and coordinating with Engineering and downstream processes
  • Introducing visual management tools for planning and monitoring progress across units
  • Driving cost reduction and process improvement to maximise operational efficiency
  • Overseeing transport and subcontract services to align with production schedules
  • Updating and maintaining the capacity tracker in collaboration with Business Development and Engineering
  • Leading and motivating a large production team through daily meetings and ongoing performance management
  • Prioritising workloads with Team Leaders and Supervisors
  • Working closely with the Production Expeditor to ensure product flow and timely customer updates
  • Collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to review production plans and recommend productivity improvements
  • Coordinating with Maintenance to plan servicing and improve machine cleanliness and TPM compliance
  • Supporting quality by conducting contract reviews and working with Quality teams to resolve issues
  • Ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards and job card reporting accuracy
  • Driving internal communications, offering technical guidance, and escalating issues where necessary
  • Upholding health and safety standards across all production activities

Job Requirements :

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of production planning techniques
  • Understanding of CNC machining and metal fabrication processes
  • Working knowledge of ISO9001 and AS9100 standards
  • Highly proficient in MS Excel and Outlook
  • Knowledge of standard operating procedures and lean manufacturing principles
  • Experience working in a precision machining environment (desirable)
  • Engineering Degree / HND / HNC (desirable)
  • GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C or above
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Customer-facing communication experience

    • Key Skills and Attributes :

  • Strong leadership skills to inspire, guide and motivate teams
  • Customer-focused approach, both internally and externally
  • Quality-focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement
  • Results-driven, with the ability to monitor and enhance performance metrics
  • Health and safety leadership with a proactive approach
  • Adaptability and innovation to implement positive change
  • Effective communicator with the ability to manage confidential information sensitively
  • Team player who values collaboration and supports others’ development

    • What next?

    Do you have the experience? The company welcome a site visit to ensure you are happy with the role, the environment and the people you will work with!

    If you would like to speak to someone regarding booking an interview then please contact Jacob Beard on 01527 390 044 for more information or send an email to [email protected]

    Immediate starts are available!

    Manufacturing Workforce are responsible for placing skilled and in demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Engineering, Technical and Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Shop Floor Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. We operate from several prime locations throughout Central England and our Specialist Consultants will have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer best advice on your next step!! We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help