Production Manager

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Job Specification – Production Manager (Package Moulding)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Reports to: Operations Manager

Salary & Hours

• Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 16:30
• Contract: Permanent, full-time

About the Role

A well-established manufacturing business is seeking a Production Manager to oversee its Package Moulding department.

This role is critical in ensuring production runs efficiently, customer orders are met, and quality standards remain consistently high.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of around 15 staff, overseeing production planning, tool changes, stock control, and cycle times, while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental measures.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Oversee day-to-day running of the Package Moulding department
• Plan production to meet customer orders and maintain optimum stock levels
• Manage warehouse space and seasonal staffing levels
• Carry out tool changes when required and ensure regular tool maintenance
• Monitor cycle times to maximise efficiency of machines and staff
• Ensure all products meet required specifications and quality standards
• Lead, develop, and manage staff, including training and HR matters

Stock & Budget Control

• Manage stock levels and complete monthly stock counts
• Monitor staff costs, overtime, and shift requirements across the year
• Identify downtime and implement measures to increase productivity
• Investigate quality issues and reduce product returns

Additional Duties

• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Undertake any additional duties as directed by senior management

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven managerial experience (team management of c.10–20 staff ideal)
• Working knowledge of ISO standards or similar
• IT literacy (Microsoft Office essential; Sage desirable)

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE English & Maths (Grade C or above)
• Further study in manufacturing/production management (preferred)

Personal Attributes

• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Methodical, detail-focused, and process driven
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000 (DOE)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 4 weeks’ company sick pay
• Pension scheme
• Free, secure on-site parking
• Annual Christmas closure (2 days leave to be reserved)

Recruitment Process

• Stage 1: Initial interview with the hiring manager
• Stage 2: Final interview, including meeting with the Managing Director

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy