Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Production Manager (Manufacturing)
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Production Manager (Manufacturing)
£70,000 - £80,000 + Progression + Training + Flexible working hours + Private Medical Insurance
Glossop
Are you an experienced Production Manager from a manufacturing background who is looking to join a specialist company that can offer you training in a new industry whilst also providing chances for direct progression to a director level?
The company is a growing manufacturer and supplier of bespoke furniture solutions, they can provide solutions for custom high-end kitchens, studies and libraries.
Since launching the company has built up a high value client base through their unique approach to projects and employee satisfaction.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire production process, overseeing project delivery and managing a team of approximately 18 - 25 people.
This role would suit a production manager from a manufacturing background who is looking to step into a new industry and take control of the production department and make it their own.
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The Role:
- Lead, manage and develop a production team of approximately 18-25 people.
- Monitor performance against agreed targets and follow up commitments consistently.
- Build an effective management structure through supervisors and chargehands rather than personally becoming absorbed in production tasks.
- Establish and manage meaningful production KPIs.
- Monitor output, productivity, labour utilisation and non-productive time.
- Hold effective daily production meetings and communicate priorities clearly.
The Person:
- Experienced within a manufacturing environment in a senior management role.
- Experience setting targets and managing performance against them.
- Experience leading a team of engineers.
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Keywords: Production Management, Production, Technician, Fabrication, Bespoke Joinery, Quality, Monday - Friday, Progression, Overtime, Furniture, Manufacturing, KPI, Glossop, Manchester.
Job Reference: BBBH27221
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.
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