Production / Manufacturing Manager (Leicestershire)
5 days ago
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Highlights of the Role • Oversee daily production operations, • Coach and manage a small hands-on team focused on quality and on-time delivery, • Stable working hours, • Dynamic team culture, • Stable permanent role with clear career progression opportunities This opportunity suits an arising professional ready to step up in a stable environment. You'll excel in team management, coaching and motivating staff while demonstrating strong client-handling skills to meet expectations and build lasting relationships, with strong potential for increased responsibility and development over time. Job Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day production and assembly to meet customer delivery schedules, • Plan, monitor, and adjust production schedules for optimal efficiency and output, • Track performance metrics, quality, and workflow; implement practical improvements, • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and operational procedures, • Maintain equipment safety, oversee stock levels, and coordinate with procurement, • Support, train, and develop production staff to maximise team performance, • Maintain accurate records for production, inventory, and reporting to management, • Escalate issues promptly and collaborate across departments for seamless operations, • Provide hands-on support during peak periods to sustain output levelsSkills and Requirements, • Proven experience in production or manufacturing from industrial OEM or EMS environments, • Track record supervising or coordinating small teams in a hands-on setting, • Strong organisational skills with a practical, problem-solving mindset, • Ability to analyse production data and drive continuous improvements, • Excellent communication for team coordination and customer management, • Reliable focus on delivery, quality, teamwork, and taking full ownership, • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment ensuring schedules and standards are met Still considering? Contact Cynthia Wong on LinkedIn for confidential discussion about it, we are always happy to help.