Production Manager

Recruiter: Theo James
Location: Chester-Le-Street
Salary: Competitive
Application date: 2nd Apr 2025

The Company
This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking UK manufacturer renowned for innovation, quality, and exceptional service. Part of a global group with over 4,000 employees worldwide, this company values its people and fosters a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. Working here means being part of a team driving excellence and offering significant career growth opportunities within a dynamic industry.

Job Description
As a Production Manager, you will oversee operations across three areas, ensuring efficient delivery of business targets, including output, quality, cost, compliance, health and safety, and team management. You will play a pivotal role in driving improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety: Promote and enforce a culture of exemplary safety standards and compliance.
2. People Management: Lead, motivate, and engage a team of supervisors and production staff. Deliver regular team briefings, manage absence protocols, and provide training.
3. Output: Monitor and plan to meet hourly, daily, and weekly production targets while adjusting for challenges.
4. Compliance: Conduct routine audits and ensure adherence to ISO and company standards.
5. Cost Management: Control production area costs, including headcount, overtime, and material waste.
6. Quality: Ensure consistent product quality and address any deviations promptly.
7. Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to optimize processes and enhance reliability.

Skills & Experience

1. Proven operational knowledge in a manufacturing environment
2. Exceptional leadership and team-building skills
3. Strong data-driven decision-making abilities
4. Ability to challenge norms and drive improvements
5. Proficient in problem-solving and change management
6. Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
7. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
8. IOSH Managing Safely certification
9. Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques

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