Production Manager

The Company

Are you an experienced Production Manager looking for the opportunity to build and develop a growing production team within an innovative technology and manufacturing environment?

We're working with a leading organisation based at Harwell that is continuing to invest in its production capability and is looking to appoint a Production Manager to lead operations at its Oxfordshire facility. This Production Manager role offers the chance to take ownership of production performance, develop a high-performing team and play a key role in supporting future growth.

As a Production Manager, you'll work closely with Engineering, Quality and Planning teams to ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Production Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery and cost targets
• Managing and developing production teams while building a positive and accountable culture
• Planning resources across people, materials and equipment to meet business demand
• Monitoring production performance, KPIs and operational data to drive improvements
• Working closely with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams to optimise production and resolve issues

This Production Manager position offers the opportunity to shape a growing production function while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Requirements

To be considered for this Production Manager role, you will need:

• Previous experience in a Production Manager or similar manufacturing leadership position
• A background within manufacturing or production environments
• Experience leading teams through supervisors, team leaders or similar management structures
• Strong understanding of production planning, capacity management and operational performance
• Experience driving KPIs, continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills

What They Can Offer You

As the new Production Manager, you can expect:

• Salary: Up to £55,000
• Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 9% employer pension contribution
• Private healthcare, including dental, optical allowances and health screening
• Employee share option scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail, restaurant, cinema and gym discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Free snacks and hot and cold drinks

This Production Manager role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of a production function, develop a team and drive operational performance within a growing business.

What Next?

If you like the sound of this Production Manager opportunity, simply click apply now.

Need more information? Please contact Tom Schwartz for a confidential conversation.

We thank you for your application in advance. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally; therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies, please visit our website.

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