Production Manager

Production Manager - Vehicle Manufacturing
Rugby Up to £50,000 Permanent Full-Time

We're looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead the operations of a busy vehicle manufacturing workshop in Rugby. You'll oversee production planning, health & safety, stock control, and preventative maintenance all while supporting a skilled team of fabricators, fitters, welders, commercial bodybuilders and sprayers.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone from a fabrication, commercial vehicle, or bodybuilding background who thrives in a practical environment and enjoys solving problems on the go.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage day-to-day workshop operations
• Oversee production schedules, stock levels, and maintenance planning
• Ensure health & safety and quality standards are met
• Liaise with engineering to ensure smooth builds
• Open and close the site, monitor output, and remove production bottlenecks
• Support and motivate the production team to meet deadlines and targets

What Were Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Production Manager in manufacturing or vehicle build
• Strong knowledge of welding, fabrication, and ideally bodybuilding or spraying
• Experience with PPM schedules, stock control, and workshop supervision
• Proactive, organised, and calm under pressure
• Confident leading teams and collaborating across departments

What's On Offer:

• Salary up to £50,000
• Long-term, secure position with career growth potential
• Positive and supportive team culture
• Real work-life balance not just a buzzword

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Production Manager who wants to be recognised for their leadership, knowledge, and hands-on expertise.

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