PRODUCTION MANAGER REQUIRED IN SANDBACH, CHESHIRE

Are you an experienced Production Manager or Operations Manager who has previous experience within the Steel Fabrication industry?

We are looking for a Production Manager to join a long-standing manufacturer in Sandbach, Cheshire, this role will be working rotating shift patterns (currently 6am 4pm and 12pm to 10pm with a 6 hour Friday) Monday to Friday, 43.5 hours per week. The role comes with a salary between £45,000 - £55,000 per annum DOE.

The hiring manager is looking for someone who has managed a team of more than 50 staff at one time, they would also like someone who has some experience of working with a CAPEX plan.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and manage production teams, including over 100 operators and team leaders, to deliver operational excellence.
• Develop and implement a robust production plan to achieve On Time in Full (OTIF) deliveries of over 98%.
• Drive Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP) performance metrics, ensuring a culture of zero waste.
• Oversee the introduction of new products and technologies, ensuring safe and efficient processes.
• Utilise tools such as 8D Problem Solving, 5S, OEE, SMED, and TPM to optimise performance and processes.
• Inspire and train team leaders to independently manage day-to-day production activities, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What You Will Bring:

• Proven experience in a steel fabrication business or similar
• The ability to work with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proven experience in a Production or Operations Management.
• Experience of people management.
• Demonstrated success in implementing production plans and achieving high delivery performance.
• Exceptional communication, planning, and organisational skills, with a proactive mindset.
• Experience managing large teams, including remote management across shift patterns

Location:

This role is based in Sandbach, Cheshire.

Interested?:

Don't miss this opportunity to make a significant impact and grow your career in a thriving and supportive environment. Apply today to become the Production Manager who drives success and innovation in this exciting role!

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