Production Manager – Engineering & Manufacturing
Location: East Sussex
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday (Early Friday Finish)
Job Type: Permanent
An established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee its production operations, ensuring manufacturing targets, quality standards and delivery schedules are achieved.
This is a hands‑on management role requiring strong leadership, excellent communication skills and the ability to plan, organise and manage a busy engineering production environment.
Experience within electrical engineering, switchgear or electromechanical manufacturing would be advantageous but is not essential.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage daily production operations, workshop personnel and manufacturing schedules.
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Lead, motivate and develop production teams.
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Plan and coordinate labour, materials and resources to meet delivery targets.
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Monitor production performance, quality and manufacturing costs.
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Oversee stores, stock control and materials management.
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Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and Health & Safety standards.
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Liaise effectively with engineering, commercial and senior management teams.
Skills & Experience
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Proven Production Manager experience within engineering or manufacturing is essential.
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Excellent communication, leadership and people management skills.
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Strong production planning, scheduling and organisational abilities.
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Good understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards.
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Experience with ERP/MRP manufacturing systems would be advantageous.
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A practical, proactive and hands‑on approach.
Benefits
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£45,000 salary.
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37.5-hour working week with a 12:15pm Friday finish.
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Good company pension contribution.
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Cycle to Work Scheme.
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Training and development opportunities.
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Production Manager in Hove employer: Hudson Shribman
Join a leading manufacturing company in the South East that values innovation and employee development, offering a supportive work culture where early-career engineers can thrive. With competitive salaries, bonuses, and a focus on hands-on experience in automation and controls, this role provides an excellent platform for growth and skill enhancement in a dynamic environment. Embrace the opportunity to collaborate with experienced teams and contribute to exciting projects that shape the future of industrial applications.
