Job Title
A Manufacturing Manager is sought after by Elevation Engineering & Manufacturing to oversee the production process near Stockport, Cheshire.
Salary: Up to £65,000 plus bonus and pension
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure schedule adherence for production Operations
* Monitor plan vs actual performance and report to Sales for future bids
* Manage resources to maintain full staffing in all areas where required
* Communicate and address any scheduling or quality issues
* Attend quality meetings and participate in NCR activities through RCCA
* Represent the production facility at pre-production meetings to highlight concerns or complications
* Conduct daily production meetings on the shop floor
* Promote a culture of 5S workplace organisation, H&S, and quality
* Lead and motivate teams of production workers, Team Leaders, and support staff
Accountabilities and KPIs
* Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
* On-time delivery (OTD)
* Employee engagement and satisfactory training completion
* Cost savings from process improvements
* Schedule adherence. Production cycle time. Resource utilisation efficiency
* Timeliness of communication and collaboration between other departments
Requirements
* Significant experience with Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement methodologies
* Production / Shift Management experience within a CNC Machining environment would be ideal
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality control methodologies
* Proficiency in using manufacturing software, ERP systems, and other relevant tools for production management and analysis
* Proven track record of effective team leadership, motivation, and development
This is a unique opportunity for a skilled Production Manager to drive business growth and improve operational efficiency in a leading global manufacturing business.