Production Manager

Job description

Production Manager
Location: Leicestershire
Hours: 41 hours a week, Monday to Friday
Salary: [Competitive – to be confirmed/ DOE]

The Client
A long-established UK manufacturer and global supplier of products. Due to continued growth, it is looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead its production and loading bay operations.

The Role
Reporting to the Operations Director, you will lead the Production Team Leaders and the Loading Bay Supervisor. Your focus will be to maximise efficiency and productivity, and to make sure high-quality, complete orders reach customers On Time and In Full (OTIF).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage labour and material resources, including agency staff
• Set, monitor and analyse KPIs for quality, productivity and labour, and drive improvement actions
• Plan and deliver continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives
• Lead weekly production planning meetings and take part in daily operations meetings
• Manage team performance, including attendance, timekeeping, conduct and return to work interviews
• Coach and develop Team Leaders, run their annual appraisals and deliver structured talks
• Work with Quality to build a culture and investigate the root cause of non-conformances
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance, alongside the H&S and Facilities Coordinator, including reporting and investigating accidents
• Audit housekeeping standards and maintain marshalling areas
• Ensure picking, labelling and loading are accurate and on time
• Work with Stock Control, Buying and other operational departments to meet customer requirements
• Make sure regular equipment checks are completed and that holiday and overtime cover is in place

About You

Essential:

• Previous experience as a Production Manager, Supervisor or Team Leader in a production environment
• FMCG experience supplying multiple customers
• Ambitious, driven and committed
• Excellent time management and the ability to make decisions under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work with people at all levels
• Competent in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Desirable:

• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

How to Apply
Click “Apply” to submit your CV, or contact Will Vigars at Accept Recruitment.

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