At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic production team and drive daily performance in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Johnson Matthey, a leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive retirement savings, health plans, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equal opportunities and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability and quality in a role that matters.
- Qualifications: Experience in production management and strong leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
- Job Title
- Production Department Manager
- Location
- Swindon
- Overview
At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter.
As a Production Department Manager you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation.
You’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges—cutting emissions, powering modern society and enhancing lives—as we continue to apply, refine and recycle metals that matter, for a healthier and more resilient future.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and drive daily departmental performance, including managing the production team and coordinating support functions within a matrix management structure.
- Provide leadership in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to enhance processes, equipment, staff awareness, and training, ensuring continuous EHS improvements and alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs) and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the department's EHS performance.
- Ensure all corrective actions identified in incident reports are appropriate, completed thoroughly, and within established timelines.
- Foster a "quality first" approach and drive ongoing improvements in the quality output produced by the team.
- Contribute to and help build robust processes based on Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
- Collaborate with the Engineering team to identify critical equipment, develop preventive maintenance strategies, and establish asset lifecycle management plans, including strategic replacement of equipment.
Qualifications & Key Skills
- Proven experience in managing production operations, driving efficiency, and leading high‑performing teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of general Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) management principles.
- Proven leadership and decision‑making abilities and the ability to lead by example and build a successful team.
- High energy and enthusiasm for the role and team development.
- Strong business and customer awareness.
- Skilled at distilling complex situations into clear, concise summaries for senior leadership or non‑experts.
Benefits
- Competitive retirement savings with company match.
- Share Incentive Plan.
- Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness Medical plans/health assessments.
- Retailer and wellbeing discounts.
- Competitive annual incentive plan.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Equal Opportunities
Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
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Production Department Manager in Swindon employer: Johnson Matthey Hydrogen Technologies Ltd
At Johnson Matthey, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Swindon where your contributions directly impact global challenges. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programs and leadership opportunities, while our competitive benefits package, including retirement savings and health plans, ensures your well-being. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, safety, and quality in everything we do.
Contact Details:
Johnson Matthey Hydrogen Technologies Ltd Recruitment Team
