Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for managing and motivating a production team comprising Supervisors, Team Leaders, Blenders, and Operatives. You will play a pivotal role as a technical expert responsible for the management and supervision of the manufacturing processes, ensuring that processes are completed on time and within budget and that trained resources are on hand to achieve the planned schedule. In this role, you will also work collaboratively with other departments involved in the production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the production team to achieve operational and business objectives.
• Drive and promote a world-class Health & Safety culture, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Champion the production function at management meetings, providing updates and recommendations relating to Health & Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement.
• Generate, analyse, and present production performance data and KPI metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Take ownership of employee-related matters within the production function, working closely with HR to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Manage resources effectively to maximize productivity, efficiency, and quality standards.
• Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and identify training and development needs to enhance individual and team performance.
• Lead and facilitate Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure accurate production records are maintained and management reports are produced in a timely manner.

Ideal Candidate

Ideally, you will have:

• Relevant advanced qualification in manufacturing or operations or similar function.
• Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership role.
• A solid understanding of health & safety legislation and best practice within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience of managing employee-related matters and workforce development.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting KPI and production data.
• Ongoing commitment to training and continuous professional development.

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Competencies

• A passion for a world-class health, safety, and environment culture.
• Strong people management and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Organisational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet changing business needs.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, detail-orientated, and keep to deadlines.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with a commitment to operational excellence.

What We Offer

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - as part of our team here, for this role, we are offering a salary starting from £48,770 per annum and you will also participate in a generous performance-related bonus scheme. In addition, you will also receive a company pension, life assurance, a health cash plan, and training and development, as well as 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays. The Ashby site is situated close to the main motorway links and amenities; there is also free onsite parking.

Career Growth - we provide a challenging, but rewarding experience to our people - you will have an opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute from your very first day. Our teams play an important role enabling technological breakthroughs in high-growth industries around the world. We continuously invest in technologies and extensive learning and development tools which provide opportunities to challenge, develop, and nurture your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state, and local laws.