Production Manager sought by a global, £multibillion plastics manufacturer with close to 200 locations worldwide.
 
They are looking for a commercially astute, practical Production Manager to lead their 11,000 sq. ft production plant near Heathrow, across sales administration, finance, supervision and shop-floor assembly.
 
The Role:
In this hands-on Production Manager role, you will create a safe, efficient and customer-focused operation, while improving delivery performance, quality, stock accuracy and site profitability.
 
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Site leadership and employee management
• Creating a positive culture that fosters accountability, where everyone is clear on their responsibilities and duties are delegated appropriately, with all clear on the required KPIs
• Production planning and delivery, ensuring the site is able to maintain the required level of productivity in a safe and efficient manner
• Quality, safety and stock control
• Commercial and financial management, you will oversee the management of stock, purchase orders, providing clear product and account profitability reports
• Actively participating in Finance and Production meetings

• An experienced Site, Production or Operations Manager who has previously run, or played a substantial role in running, a small-to-medium manufacturing, assembly or bespoke-build operation
• Proven experience managing a production or operational site from order intake through to delivery
• Experience leading multi-functional teams, including shop-floor colleagues and office-based support functions
• Strong knowledge of production planning, lead-time management, stock control, purchasing and quality assurance
• Experience in made-to-order, bespoke, joinery, furniture, interiors, fit-out, light manufacturing or assembly – or a related environment
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with costs, invoicing, budgets and P&L measures
• A hands-on, organised approach with confidence to make decisions and resolve issues quickly
• Clear communication skills and credibility with colleagues, suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders
• A continuous-improvement mindset and good understanding of health and safety responsibilities

• £40,000 - £50,000 salary depending on experience
• Monday to Friday
• 32 days holidays including bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 2 years’ service 
• Time off in lieu
• Pension scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing
• Annual Occupational Health screenings
• Option to buy and sell holiday  
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Long service awards
• Company rewards platform
• Employee assistance programme
• Internal training academy
• Access to external training and supported education
• Social culture and events