Morgan Advanced Materials
Production Manager - 12 month fixed term contract
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Overview
Production Manager (12-month FTC) – Corby
We’re preparing our Corby site for the introduction of a new ERP system. While that work ramps up behind the scenes, we need someone focused on keeping production running as it should—safe, steady, and on plan.
This role is about maintaining control on the shopfloor during a period of change. You’ll keep output on track, teams aligned, and issues handled before they turn into bigger problems.
The Role
You’ll be the operational lead on the shopfloor, working closely with the Operations Manager to deliver daily production. It’s a hands-on role—supporting Supervisors, managing performance, and keeping shifts running without drama.
You’ll turn plans into clear direction, deal with problems as they arise, and keep communication tight across teams and shifts.
Responsibilities
- Run day-to-day production to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
- Translate production plans into clear priorities for Supervisors and teams
- Monitor KPIs (output, efficiency, downtime, scrap) and act when performance dips
- Escalate risks, constraints, and performance issues early
- Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Drive accountability and consistent performance across the shopfloor
- Ensure smooth shift operations, including clear and effective handovers
- Monitor staffing levels and flag risks or gaps
- Champion safe working practices and reinforce expectations on the floor
- Support incident investigations and ensure actions are seen through
- Work with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve processes
- Collaborate with Planning to ensure schedules are realistic and deliverable
- Identify and lead practical improvements to productivity and efficiency
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Qualifications
About You / What You’ll Bring
- Experience in a production or manufacturing leadership role
- Strong track record managing Supervisors and frontline teams
- Good understanding of production planning and operational delivery
- Calm under pressure—you don’t lose your head when plans shift
- Strong problem-solving skills—you fix root causes, not just symptoms
- Clear communicator who can influence and challenge where needed
- A consistent focus on safety, quality, and doing things properly
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Nice to Have
- Experience in higher-spec or regulated manufacturing environments
- Exposure to ERP implementation or working through operational change
What You’ll Get
- 12-month fixed-term contract with a clear, business-critical remit
- Opportunity to play a key role during a major site transition
- Straightforward, delivery-focused environment
Interested? If this sounds like you, apply now. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date—send what you have or reach out to our Talent team on LinkedIn. Morgan Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity. IND-1
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