Production Manager in Perth

We are currently seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the Production Department. This role is responsible for ensuring that all items are processed efficiently and made ready for dispatch in line with customer commitments, quality standards, and operational targets. The Production Manager plays a key leadership role within the site, overseeing people, processes, performance, and compliance to deliver a safe, efficient, and high-quality production operation.

As Production Manager, you will have full responsibility for managing the production team and departmental functions, ensuring consistent delivery against service, quality, cost, and compliance requirements.

• Overseeing the preparation, processing, finishing, repair, and dispatch of garments and associated products in line with BS EN ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 14065 local working instructions and the Company Operations Manual
• Leading, recruiting, and developing production staff in partnership with the General Manager
• Delivering ongoing training, development, and performance reviews to ensure skills, capability, and engagement across the department
• Promoting staff welfare, engagement, and a positive working environment
• Ensuring full and effective use of production systems, including the ABS system and relevant software tools
• Monitoring performance, maintaining accurate records, and managing costs to meet or exceed budget and productivity targets
• Acting as Duty Manager in the absence of the General Manager
• Maintaining clear communication with managers, supervisors, and colleagues across the business
• Ensuring strict adherence to Health & Safety, COSHH, food safety, and PPE requirements
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and secure production environment at all times
• Supporting audits, inspections, and customer requirements, including food safety and hygiene standards
• Attending training courses as required and supporting a culture of continuous improvement
• Maintaining confidentiality of company and customer information
• Undertaking ad-hoc duties as required to support operational needs

• Experience leading and managing teams in a production, manufacturing, or industrial environment
• An understanding of production and finishing processes and their impact on quality and fabric types
• A strong focus on quality, safety, hygiene, and compliance standards
• The ability to monitor performance, manage targets, and deliver effective reporting
• Experience supporting audits, quality checks, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally

• Access to a company Share Save Scheme
• Employee wellness programme
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to an award-winning training academy focused on leadership development and career progression

Johnsons Workwear is one of the UK’s leading providers of textile service solutions, supplying thousands of customers across a wide range of industries — including food manufacturing, engineering, healthcare, and specialist industrial environments. Our customers range from large multinational organisations to independent family-run businesses, and we pride ourselves on delivering consistently high standards of service. We are independently reviewed by our customers each year and are recognised as a high-performing provider within our sector. We are an employee-focused organisation, committed to developing our people and creating long-term career opportunities. Apply now to join Johnsons Workwear and play a key role in delivering operational excellence.