Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Essex
Job Type: Full-time
Company Size: 150 employees (Part of a larger group with 3 companies)
Overview:
We are a dynamic and growing company in the machining, fabrication, and fast-paced manufacturing sector based in Essex. As part of a larger group encompassing three companies, we are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our production operations. This role offers significant opportunities for progression within the company.
Role Summary:
The Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing the entire production process, ensuring that manufacturing operations run smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machining, fabrication, and fast-paced environments, with proven experience in managing production lines that utilize MRP/ERP systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Oversight: Manage daily operations in the production area to ensure that manufacturing processes deliver products on time and in full, without compromising quality.
Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing production team to achieve set objectives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Process Improvement: Implement process changes to increase productivity and efficiency while reducing costs. Utilize MRP/ERP systems to streamline operations and enhance production planning.
Quality Control: Ensure products meet industry standards and customer expectations. Oversee quality control measures and work closely with the quality assurance team.
Resource Management: Efficiently manage resources, including materials, equipment, and personnel, to meet production targets.
Safety and Compliance: Enforce strict safety guidelines and compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining a safe workplace.
Reporting and Analysis: Generate and analyze production reports to monitor performance and make data-driven decisions.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with other department heads and stakeholders within the group to align production with overall business objectives.Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Production Manager in a machining, fabrication, or fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to manage and develop a team.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex production lines.
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Management, or related field is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Clear path for career progression within a growing company.
Opportunity to work in a key role within a larger group of companies.
Access to cutting-edge technology and processes