Location: Washington
Salary: Competitive
Shifts: Day shift (early finish on a Friday)
The Company
Theo James Recruitment is supporting a growing, ambitious manufacturing business in Washington as it searches for a Production Manager.
Operating in laser cutting, CNC, and press brake manufacturing, the business is looking for a practical leader to strengthen production processes, drive quality, and support continued growth.
This is an opportunity to make a visible impact within an SME, with the autonomy to put your ideas into practice.
The Role
As Production Manager, you will lead day-to-day production, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the quality standards customers expect.
Combining hands-on manufacturing knowledge with strong leadership, you will develop the team, improve working practices and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Plan and coordinate production activities to meet customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
- Lead, support and develop the production team, setting clear expectations for safety, quality and performance.
- Oversee activities across laser cutting, CNC and press brake operations.
- Develop and embed standard operating procedures to promote consistent working practices.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S implementation to improve organisation, productivity and efficiency.
- Identify production bottlenecks, resolve operational problems and reduce waste and rework.
- Maintain a strong customer quality focus, addressing issues at their root cause.
- Work closely with management and colleagues to align production priorities with business demands.
Skills Required
- Strong practical experience within laser cutting, CNC and press brake manufacturing environments.
- Experience managing or supervising production teams.
- A track record of implementing and developing SOPs, Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
- A strong commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Practical problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to improvement.
- Strong planning, communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to take ownership, make decisions and adapt within a growing SME.
Why Join?
- Be part of a growing and ambitious business.
- Make a direct, visible contribution to the performance of an SME.
- Have the autonomy to make decisions and implement improvements.
- Work with a supportive and ambitious management team
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Contact Details:
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