At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead production operations and drive continuous improvement in a high-precision machining environment.
- Company: Join a global leader in advanced materials with over 15 manufacturing sites worldwide.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, car allowance, on-site gym, and company events.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and team development.
- Why this job: Make an impact in aerospace and defence while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in precision engineering and strong CNC machining knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 67800 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to join a global leader in advanced materials and high-performance engineered components. With over 15 manufacturing sites worldwide and annual revenues exceeding £400 million, the business supplies precision-engineered products into the aerospace, defence, semiconductor, energy and industrial sectors.
This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing production operations within a high-precision machining environment. You’ll lead skilled manufacturing teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimise machining processes, and ensure the delivery of complex projects.
Production Manager Responsibilities- Lead and manage day-to-day workshop and production operations within a precision machining environment
- Drive production performance, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and cost targets are consistently achieved
- Oversee CNC machining operations including milling, turning and multi-axis machining
- Support new product introduction and process development from concept through to production
- Develop machining strategies, tooling selection and fixture design to improve productivity and efficiency
- Lead Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives across the production department
- Manage production planning, resource allocation and operational performance
- Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing and Supply Chain to deliver business objectives
- Lead, coach and develop production teams, creating a positive and high-performing culture
- Previous experience in a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Workshop Manager role within precision engineering
- Strong background in CNC machining with hands-on knowledge of milling, turning and multi-axis machining
- Excellent understanding of tooling, fixture design, machining strategies and process optimisation
- Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) and production process development
- Proven people management experience with the ability to motivate, develop and lead high-performing teams
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Green Belt or Lean Leader certification would be advantageous
For more information on the Production Manager position, contact Ewan at Stirling Warrington.
