PRODUCTION MANAGER

Job Description

PRODUCTION MANAGER

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a PRODUCTION MANAGER

A Kings Award winning business, have a need for a Production Manager to ensure products are manufactured to the correct quality and Health and Safety guidelines.

This is an exciting time to be part of the team, within a large, established facility. Your long-term prospects would be very healthy!

NO SPONSERSHIP CAN BE OFFERED – MUST HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Commutable from Standish, Chorley, Wigan, Leigh, Bolton, Skelmersdale, Horwich, St Helens, Ormskirk, Middlebrook and Makerfield

KEY BENEFITS

• Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
• Days 
• BUPA healthcare available
• Kings Award winning business
• Unique products supplying into a vast array of different industry sectors
• Varied and fascinating role
• 33 Days holiday including stats
• 35 hours per week

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the daily operations of the plant in collaboration with the Operations Manager. 
• Monitor and analyse manufacturing performance, providing monthly statistical reports to senior leadership. 
• Ensure the production plan is met, identifying and resolving bottlenecks or delays. 
• Work with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and drive operational improvements. 
• Manage and support production supervisors while providing guidance to indirect reports. 
• Serve as a key point of contact for production-related queries and problem-solving. 
• Champion health and safety compliance, ensuring all guidelines are strictly followed. 
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. 
• Regularly review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process guidelines. 
• Oversee quality incidents, ensuring timely review and implementation of corrective actions. 
• Take on additional responsibilities as directed by the Operations Manager or Directors.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in a production management role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to optimise processes.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and safety.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualified ideally
• You will have gained your experience from within manufacturing or chemicals
• Must have previous management of direct reports previously

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual to make a real impact in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994