Production Manager

KT & Coe are supporting a highly professional and well-established manufacturing company with the recruitment of an experienced Production Manager to join their senior operations team.

Working closely with the Workshop Manager, this is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective production of bespoke products, delivered on time and to the high standards of quality the business is known for.

Role Overview

The Production Manager will lead and support the production team, driving productivity, continuous improvement and operational excellence across the manufacturing facility. The role plays a critical part in meeting customer expectations while maintaining strong health, safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations

• Ensure production schedules are met in line with company objectives

• Monitor and adjust production plans to optimise efficiency and output

• Design, implement and maintain production systems to deliver products on time and to specification

• Drive continuous improvement across quality, cycle times, processes and machine availability using lean techniques

• Analyse downtime, identify trends and implement solutions to improve utilisation

• Identify production issues and resolve them through effective root cause analysis

• Manage, monitor and report on KPIs

• Conduct risk assessments for processes and tasks within the facility

• Introduce and embed shop floor data capture systems to improve performance monitoring

People Management

• Lead, motivate and support the production team to ensure appropriate staffing levels

• Manage recruitment, training, development, appraisals, attendance and disciplinary processes

• Monitor task completion and performance, ensuring standards are met and recorded

Quality, Health & Safety

• Ensure all products meet company and regulatory quality standards

• Drive adherence to ISO standards including ISO9001 and ISO14001

• Lead audits of production processes and quality control, implementing corrective actions where required

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and technical information

• Experience leading and developing production teams

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques

• Excellent planning, prioritisation and organisational skills

• Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, email)

• Experience using ERP / MRP systems

Desirable

• Relevant manufacturing or engineering qualification (electrical knowledge advantageous)

• Six Sigma knowledge

Personal Attributes

• Methodical and logical with a hands-on, resilient approach

• Credible and confident working with teams, suppliers and senior stakeholders

• Adaptable, reliable and determined