Job Title: Production Manager Location: Dagenham Shift: Early / Late rotating shift (06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00) Salary: £50,000-£60,000 plus shift uplift On behalf of our client, a renowned automotive manufacturer, we are currently recruiting 2 Production Managers for their brand-new, state-of-the-art production facility in Dagenham. Role Overview The Production Manager is responsible to manage a team of circa 40 production operatives on a shift pattern within the Production area, running the entire operations output and quality. Key Responsibilities Monitor and drive team performance, quality, housekeeping, and adherence to Health & Safety and People Policies. Conduct regular communication briefs, 121s, and manage team skills matrix and training needs. Oversee payroll approval and handle confidential documents. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH, through risk assessments and managing accidents/near-misses. Maintain high housekeeping standards, ensure compliance for audits, manage engineering concerns, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Drive production plans, manage metrics, ensure parts supply, prioritize tasks, and oversee new product introductions. Monitor and improve performance issues, manage resources and overtime, and reduce non-conformance costs. Deputize for the Production Manager and undertake other duties as required. Skills & Experience Proactive in task prioritization to meet production targets and maximize productivity. Strong leadership skills with experience in lean/continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, 5 Why analysis). Ability to use data to support decision-making, identify root causes, and implement effective responses. ILM Level 3 or equivalent required; ideally with HSE certification (IOSH or NEBOSH). Demonstrable experience managing teams of circa 30 in an automotive assembly setting; start-up experience is a plus. Clear and professional communicator, capable of conducting team briefs and holding team members accountable. Strong understanding of automotive quality standards and customer-focused quality practices. Experience with ERP systems, people-centric databases and proficient in Excel/Microsoft Office for KPI reporting. Relevant automotive assembly manufacturing experience with knowledge of process flow, value stream mapping, takt times, and lean manufacturing. Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and take responsibility for meeting production targets.