Production Manager - Lean Manufacturing Lead

Airport Placements; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Production Manager in Wirral to oversee on-site operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring safety and quality standards. Proficiency in SAP and a proven track record in production management are essential. This role offers a salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 and emphasizes optimising factory productivity and meeting delivery schedules.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of production machinery.
• Demonstrable track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficient in SAP for production and inventory management.
• Solid experience of quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site manufacturing operations and coordinate with the Factory Supervisor.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Ensure products are produced safely and to defined quality standards.
• Contribute to meeting delivery schedules and optimise productivity.

Skills

Production management experience

Mechanical knowledge

Continuous improvement leadership

Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP

Quality control processes

Education

Formal engineering or manufacturing qualification

Job description

A manufacturing recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Production Manager in Wirral to oversee on-site operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring safety and quality standards. Proficiency in SAP and a proven track record in production management are essential. This role offers a salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 and emphasizes optimising factory productivity and meeting delivery schedules.