Technical Network has been retained by an international manufacturing business to source an experienced Production Manager for one of their UK facilities based in Shropshire. Responsible for one of their key production areas this role provides a brilliant opportunity for a resilient and driven individual to make their mark on a growing UK business.
Production Manager
Salary: to £55-60000 + benefits
Location: Telford
Job Purpose
o Management of a high volume complex manufacturing process overseeing day-to-day operations against H&S QCD performance metrics
o Develop and grow your direct reports and the team around you to build a positive and nurturing environment.
o Implementation and review of Standard Operating Procedures/KPIs across your department
o Manage and mentor a diverse team, fostering engagement and professional growth.
o Driving a strong culture of Health & Safety on site.
o Leading and driving Continuous Improvement activities
Experience required
You will already be an experienced Production Manager or Operations Manager working within fast paced volume manufacturing environment and seeking your next career step with an expanding and successful organisation.
o Experience of leading teams in a very high volume, fast paced and pressurised automotive manufacturing environment
o Background in a manufacturing environment requiring complex machine process controls and tool change overs
o Experience of coaching and mentoring an already strong team
o Able to plan and organise manning, materials and production in a busy environment along with excellent management, prioritisation and organisational skills
o Assertive, independent and self sufficient with the ability to cope effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines
o Ability to drive performance against KPI's
o Good oral & written communication skills
o Management or supervisory qualifications ; ILM, NVQ4, HNC, Degree
o Time served / BTEC Mechanical Engineering and lean/ sigma training highly desirable
The opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive manufacturing professional with leadership experience to be part of an expanding organisation with continued investment strategy. In return our client is offering a fantastic salary and benefits package to include contributary pension scheme, death in service, onsite car parking, 25 days holiday, excellent training and development opportunities. Above all this is an opportunity to make a real contribution to the success and growth of the modern organisation who are continuing to invest in modern machinery and infrastructure.
Apply on-line or call Robert Wigley for a confidential discussion technical-network.co.uk
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