Production Manager: Lean Ops & Safety Leader

Akzo Nobel N.V.; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coatings company in Gateshead is seeking a Production Manager to lead and improve production operations. The successful candidate will manage daily activities to meet quality targets while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Key responsibilities include developing team members, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating across functions. Candidates should have proven manufacturing leadership experience and a strong understanding of safety regulations. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday excluding bank holidays

Income protection

Staff discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Life Assurance

Company pension

Product discounts

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing leadership and people management.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and safety standards.
• Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, complex production environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to self-manage, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production operations to meet demand and quality targets.
• Accurately manage, track, and report all departmental productivity KPIs.
• Establish performance standards for production.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives like Lean and Six Sigma.
• Oversee introduction of new products and manage change processes.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

People management

HSE regulations knowledge

Stakeholder management

Results delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Engineering

Job description

A leading coatings company in Gateshead is seeking a Production Manager to lead and improve production operations. The successful candidate will manage daily activities to meet quality targets while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Key responsibilities include developing team members, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating across functions. Candidates should have proven manufacturing leadership experience and a strong understanding of safety regulations. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.