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Owen Daniels
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 22 days
Hinxton, Cambridgeshire CB10, England
£50,000 - £70,000 per year
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Production Manager role is based in Cambridgeshire and involves managing a multi-shift operation in the chemical manufacturing sector.
- This newly created position requires a degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline, along with proven production management experience in chemical, pharma, or process manufacturing.
- Candidates should have strong knowledge of EHS, process safety, and regulatory environments, with experience leading large teams and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
- The role entails overseeing day-to-day production, managing six direct reports, and driving performance across various key metrics.
- The package includes a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to shape a new leadership role within a stable manufacturing environment.
Location: Cambridgeshire
Site-based (Day Shift) | Managing a multi-shift operation
We are supporting a confidential client in the chemical manufacturing sector with the appointment of a Production Manager. This is a newly created leadership role with responsibility for safe, compliant, and efficient production within a regulated manufacturing environment.
You will lead a multi-shift operation and play a key role in driving operational performance, people development, and continuous improvement.
Production Manager
Key Requirements:
Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related discipline
Proven production management experience within chemical, pharma, or process manufacturing
Strong knowledge of EHS, process safety, and regulatory environments (COMAH desirable)
Experience leading large, multi-shift teams
Continuous improvement / LEAN manufacturing experience
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Production Manager
The Role:
Lead day-to-day production across a 3-shift operation
Manage 6 direct reports with responsibility for ~50 indirect reports
Drive EHS, process safety, quality, and productivity performance
Deliver key KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives
Act as a visible leader during audits and inspections
Support site improvement and capital projects
Production Manager
Package:
Competitive salary and benefits
Senior leadership position
Opportunity to shape a new role within a stable manufacturing site
