At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead production activities, ensuring quality and safety while driving continuous improvement.
- Company: Established manufacturing business focused on offshore and renewables.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, and a chance to work on major projects.
- Other info: Fixed-term contract with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a growing company and make a real impact in manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Experience in production management and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
A well-established manufacturing business is looking to appoint an experienced Production Manager on a fixed-term basis to support the successful delivery of a key project within their operation. This role will take responsibility for leading production activities across the manufacturing unit, ensuring productivity, quality, safety and delivery targets are consistently achieved. Working closely with Engineering, Quality and HSEQ teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining operational efficiency while driving continuous improvement and best practice across production.
Responsibilities
- Control production resources to maximise productivity and material utilisation in line with production schedules
- Lead and manage production personnel to optimise individual and team performance
- Ensure strict compliance with SOPs, health & safety procedures and quality standards
- Ensure materials, equipment, consumables and services are available to meet production demands
- Work closely with internal departments including HSEQ, Quality and Engineering to minimise delays
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all production areas
- Support improvements in productivity, quality and manufacturing processes
- Provide direction, coaching and training to production employees
- Conduct performance reviews and manage employee performance where required
- Ensure products are manufactured to customer specifications and quality expectations
- Ensure production operations are adequately resourced to meet workload forecasts
- Lead change initiatives and promote operational best practice
Requirements
- Previous experience within a Production Manager or Manufacturing Manager position
- Strong background within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Proven experience leading teams within a fast-paced production setting
- Good understanding of HSEQ and quality standards
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to drive performance and continuous improvement initiatives
Package
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- 8-10 month fixed-term contract
- Annual 15% company bonus
- Opportunity to support a major manufacturing project within a growing business
If you have the required skills for this position or would like to learn more then please get in touch ASAP with an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Fixed-Term Production Manager employer: Chroma Recruitment Ltd
Join a well-established manufacturing business in Skelmersdale as a Fixed-Term Production Manager, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering excellence in the offshore and renewables sector. With a competitive salary and an annual bonus, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead production activities while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational best practices. The company prioritises employee growth through coaching and training, ensuring that you can thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to meaningful projects.
