Production Manager

Wren Kitchens Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen manufacturer based in Barton-upon-Humber is seeking a Production Manager to oversee production operations. The successful candidate will manage a team, ensure quality standards, and comply with Health & Safety regulations. Ideal applicants will have proven managerial experience in manufacturing and strong team-building skills. The role offers a salary of £40,000 plus quarterly bonuses and various employee perks.

Benefits

Free access to onsite gym

Subsidised meals in restaurants

Free on-site parking

Staff discount on kitchen purchases

Free annual eye tests

Health insurance

Life assurance after 2 years

Refer a friend scheme

Quarterly bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role within the manufacturing industry.
• Ability to communicate, coach, develop, and motivate team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage the smooth running of the production department.
• Assess production requirements for planning operations.
• Monitor employee timekeeping and absences.
• Review staff performance and provide feedback.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Team building

Decision-making

People management

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Health & Safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Job description

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About The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Production Manager to join our expanding team based at our site in Barton-upon-Humber. The candidate will work from Monday to Friday, 06:00–14:30. The salary for this role is £40,000 plus Quarterly Bonus up to £1,250.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the smooth running of the production department, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently and meet the company's high standards in quality.
• Assess production requirements and determine resource requirements and work allocation to plan production operations effectively.
• Regularly monitor the department’s critical list, prioritising any urgent requirements to prevent internal delays or customer shortages.
• Monitor and maintain records of employee timekeeping and absences, liaising with HR for support as required.
• Assess and review staff performance, offering feedback, both constructive and positive, to support the professional development of team members.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organisational standards.
• Ensure that all equipment, materials and supplies are readily and continuously available to carry out production processes.
• Work with the H&S department to develop or update Standard Operating Procedures, Safe Working Procedures and best practices for production operations.
• Ensure all members of the team are working in compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures, highlighting any issues or concerns to management.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Engineering teams to ensure machinery is in good working order, reporting any breakdowns or quality issues immediately.
• Conduct team briefs to clearly communicate targets, achievements, improvements and business change to all team members.
• Manage departmental issues and queries, escalating to Senior Management as required.

Additional Responsibilities

In addition to any other duties, as a responsible person you must ensure that you have read, understood and adhere to policies and procedures relating to Health and Safety, and your responsibilities located in the Integrated Management System (IMS) Responsibilities document.

What Wren Offer

• Free access to our onsite gym.
• Enjoy subsidised meals in our two fantastic restaurants.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Staff discount on purchasing a kitchen after 1 year continuous employment.
• Free annual eye tests as well as a contribution to new glasses.
• Benenden health insurance and discounts platform.
• Life assurance after 2 years' service.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Quarterly bonus scheme.

Desired Skills & Knowledge

• Proven experience in a managerial role within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong team building, decision‑making and people management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate, coach, develop, motivate and build effective relationships within teams.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to lead a team.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
• Flexibility and organisational skill.
• Computer literate.

About The Company

Wren Kitchens are not only passionate about kitchens, we are passionate about our people! We have achieved incredible milestones over the years; opening over 100 showrooms, launching in the USA, and winning multiple awards including the UK’s Number 1 place to work! This is thanks to our team, the Wren family, who have inspired us to push limits and make a difference. With our exponential growth, we are looking for incredible individuals to join us and continue our success story!