Production Manager in Bangor

Our client, a UK and Europe based established manufacturing concern, shipping their quality product globally, has multiple sites. Due to ongoing expansion and diversification, an incredible opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Operational Manufacturing Manager.

Location: Bangor, Co Down

Department: Production

Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Type: Full Time Permanent – Mon – Thurs 8.30am – 5.15pm, Fri 8.30am – 1.00pm.

Salary: £55 - £60K per annum. Some degree of flexibility in working time is required.

Responsible for circa 60 production and support staff.

The Production Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all manufacturing departments within the plant, ensuring all production activities are carried out efficiently, cost-effectively, and timely to meet customer needs and expectations. The role involves managing production schedules, optimising resource utilisation, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

The Production Manager, assisted by the Production Supervisor, is responsible for leading and supervising the production teams, monitoring key performance indicators, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste. The role will require close collaboration with purchasing, quality, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations and meet overall business objectives while meeting customer needs.

• Day-to-day responsibility for production and scheduling functions.
• Ensure all H&S, Quality, and Environmental standards are adhered to.
• Effective utilisation of resources to meet production schedules efficiently while managing to meet customer expectations.
• Effective management of inventory within our ERP system.
• Reporting on KPIs and developing KPIs in line with future state objectives.
• Implementation of lean principles within the factory in relation to continuous improvement and fostering positive engagement through the ongoing development of Supervisors, Team Leaders, Operators, and support personnel.
• Promote communication within and between production departments.
• Responsible for selection, treatment, training, and performance assessment of all employees (includes all matters in relation to discipline).
• Flexibility in relation to travel.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers as required.
• Any other appropriate task as required.

Management reserves the right to add any other reasonable duty to this job description.

• A proven track record of successfully managing a multi-line shop floor with a focus on driving lean initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Experience of manufacturing products under Quality Control systems such as ISO9001 and ISO14001.
• Proven experience of managing and reporting on production KPIs and suggesting appropriate improvements.
• Demonstrable experience of problem solving using appropriate tools and identifying fresh and innovative ideas.
• Demonstrable experience in leading and managing a team with specific experience of dealing with people management issues including grievance/discipline/training/recruitment and selection.
• Experience of effectively coaching and developing others, including the ability to motivate people to improve performance and meet business objectives.
• Experience of working with an ERP System.
• Effective collaboration skills across various technical and management levels.

• Hold a Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Business or Production Management.
• Six Sigma qualification.
• Knowledge of D365 system.

• High level of motivation/positive attitude and action-oriented.
• Strong personable, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise and make decisions.
• Ability to engage participation and commitment from production employees.
• Ability to set measurable objectives and communicate these productively.
• Ability to coach and develop others to improve performance and objectives.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

TRP “The Right People” are an Equal Opportunities Employer. TRP “The Right People” are a “Recruitment Company” acting on behalf of “Our Client”.