Due to an internal promotion, my client is looking to attract into the team an experienced Production Manager to lead and manage factory operations in order to achieve key objectives in Safety, Cost, Quality, and Delivery, while ensuring exceptional service to customers. With major investment continuing at this manufacturing giant, there is plenty of opportunity to make your mark. As Production Manager, typical responsibilities will be to: - Ensure health and safety at all times. Control operational costs within set budgets. Ensure compliance with Quality Standards and drive continuous improvement. Oversee production performance, ensuring targets are met efficiently. Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques such as 5S, SMED, OCM to eliminate waste and enhance performance. Coach, guide and manage a team of circa 80. Track, measure, and act on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Provide clear direction and brief teams on operational priorities. Lead by example with high personal and professional standards. Maintain a strong customer focus across all teams. Identify and address training needs of direct reports. The successful Production Manager will have: - Proven experience in manufacturing sectors. Strong leadership and team development skills. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies. Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and drive efficiency. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. On offer: - A salary circa £65,000 Bonus 32 Days holiday including bank holidays Life Assurance Private Health Care Pension A culture of continuous learning and improvement. Interested? To apply, please follow the 'apply now' link to send your CV to Emma Brighouse at Morgan Ryder Associates. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes