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Production Manager

Doncaster Permanent £50,000 - £60,000 per year View Job Description
Production Manager vacancy with a growing manufacturer based in Doncaster. With continued year on year growth, the business is looking for a new Production Manager to join the leadership team and push the site forward through 2024 and beyond.
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  • Production Manager opportunity at SME in Doncaster
  • Chance to join a growing business at a time of investment

About Our Client

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a highly successful Doncaster based manufacturer who supply an exceptional range of products to a large customer base, both across the UK and internationally. This UK business has experienced impressive growth in recent years due to their innovation, agility, and an ambition to succeed and are now looking for a passionate Production Manager with a background in people management, safety and quality to assist them in driving the business forward.

Job Description

Reporting into the Operations & Technical Director, and managing a team of c.15, the Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations.Other responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and mentoring production teams, fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork.
  • Ensuring a culture of safety, leading initiatives to promote safe work practices.
  • Managing daily production operations, ensuring targets are met to plan.
  • Optimising production processes for efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Ensuring that ISO 9001 standards and other relevant quality certifications are complied with.
  • Monitoring and managing KPIs related to production, safety, and quality.
  • Driving process improvements and lean manufacturing practices to reduce waste, increase productivity, and improve safety.



The Successful Applicant

Successful candidates will have a strong leadership background and a good understanding of manufacturing principles. You will also possess:

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
  • Proven experience in managing health, safety, and environmental compliance within a manufacturing site.
  • Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and their application in manufacturing.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to improving operational efficiency.
  • Familiarity with an ERP system would be advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

  • £50-60k, depending on experience level.
  • Wider benefits package.
  • The opportunity to join a growing SME where you can truly develop and advance your career.
Contact
Lauren Wise
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6541363
Phone number
+44 114 270 3754

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Operations Management
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Doncaster
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Wise
Consultant phone
+44 114 270 3754
Job reference
JN-092024-6541363