At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the workshop, oversee production, and lead a skilled team in woodworking.
- Company: Established woodworking and manufacturing business in Northampton.
- Benefits: Salary up to £50,000, full-time hours, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for continuous improvement and team development.
- Why this job: Take charge of production and make a real impact in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in workshop or production management within woodworking is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Quest Employment is currently recruiting for an experienced Workshop / Production Manager to join a well-established woodworking and manufacturing business based in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced production or workshop professional looking for a straight-to-permanent position, where you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the workshop, production planning and the management of a skilled team. You will play a key role in ensuring production runs efficiently, deadlines are achieved and high standards of quality, organisation and Health & Safety are maintained.
The Role
- Managing the day-to-day running of the workshop and production schedule
- Planning and prioritising workloads to ensure production deadlines are met
- Acting as the key link between the office-based team and workshop
- Supervising, training and developing workshop staff
- Monitoring production progress and ensuring jobs are completed on time
- Managing stock levels and supporting materials control
- Ensuring the workshop is organised, efficient and maintained to a high standard
- Ensuring all Health & Safety procedures are followed
- Identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous improvement
- Liaising with senior management regarding production performance and operational issues
- Taking a hands-on approach to resolving day-to-day production challenges
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a Workshop Manager, Production Manager or similar leadership role within the woodworking industry. You will ideally have:
- Previous workshop or production management experience within woodworking
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Experience of training and developing staff
- Good knowledge of production planning and stock control
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- The ability to manage workloads and meet tight deadlines
- A hands-on and proactive approach to problem-solving
- A full UK driving licence
- Forklift licence would be desirable
What's in it for you?
- Salary up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Straight-to-permanent position
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Full-time hours
- Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled workshop team
- Long-term career opportunity with an established and reputable business
- Supportive working environment
- Opportunity for career progression
If you are an experienced Workshop / Production Manager with a strong woodworking background and are looking for a permanent opportunity in Northampton, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV, and a member of the Quest Employment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.
Production Manager Woodworking employer: Quest Employment
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