Production Manager
24 days ago
Newbury
\n A Production Manager is sought to lead and develop manufacturing operations within a fast-paced engineering environment. The role focuses on improving output, quality, and efficiency while driving team performance and supporting business growth. The successful candidate ensures smooth daily operations and plays a key role in scaling production capability. \n \n Client Details \n \n Production Manager, Newbury: \n \n The client is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing advanced manufacturing organisation specialising in complex, high-performance engineered products. Operating in a technically demanding environment, they are investing heavily in growth and production capability, offering a strong platform for career development within a collaborative and innovative culture. \n \n Description \n \n\n • Production Manager, Newbury:\n, • Lead a growing production operation during a period of rapid scale-up\n, • Lead the doubling of production levels this year, setting up production lines for two new products\n, • You will be measured on facilities planning, productivity and efficient reporting\n, • Manage day-to-day manufacturing activities to meet output targets\n, • Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, and quality standards\n, • Develop and implement production plans in line with business demand\n, • Lead, coach, and develop shopfloor teams to maximise performance\n, • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality requirements\n, • Work closely with engineering and project teams on new product introduction\n, • Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives\n\n \n Profile \n \n\n • Production Manager, Newbury:\n, • Proven leader who can drive performance in a fast-paced environment\n, • Ability to double production levels this year, setting up production lines for two new products\n, • Experience in a Production Manager role within manufacturing\n, • Good knowledge of small batch and large volume production\n, • Strong background in improving processes and driving efficiency\n, • Experience working with both low and higher volume production\n, • Ability to lead, engage, and develop multi-skilled teams\n, • Confident working cross-functionally with engineering and operations\n, • Strong understanding of health, safety, and quality standards\n, • Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills\n\n \n Job Offer \n Salary £60,000 - £70,000 plus good package and opportunity to: \n \n\n • Lead a production operation through a genuine scale-up phase, building structure, shaping a team, and taking full ownership of how manufacturing evolves as output rapidly increases.\n, • A rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where your impact is visible, your ideas are implemented, and you play a key part in transforming a growing manufacturing business into a high-performing production function.\n\n