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Permanent

Assistant Production Manager

Letchworth Garden City
money-bag £29000 - £37000/annum Additional Benefits
Posted Yesterday

OA are recruiting for an Assistant Production Manager to join our client’s highly successful and growing team.

Location: Letchworth Garden City

Hours: 8 hours between the hours of 6am-6pm, dependent upon schedule of work and to be agreed with Line Manager. (Usual hours 8-5, Monday-Thursday. 7-4 Friday)

Salary: £29,000-£37,000 – depending on experience

Assistant Production Manager Benefits

  • Company pension (nest)
  • 23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Assistant Production Manager Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Production Manager in planning daily production requirements.
  • Supervise and motivate operatives, ensuring tasks are completed to required standards.
  • Operate and oversee production machinery, hand tools, and power tools to manufacture bespoke corrugated products.
  • Carry out quality checks during and after production, ensuring compliance with specifications, hygiene, safety, and accreditation standards (BRCGS, FSC).
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform basic maintenance, and report breakdowns promptly.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised shop floor with “clean as you go” standards.
  • Lead daily shop floor meetings, communicate workload clearly, and monitor production emails for timely action.
  • Provide training and competency checks for operatives.
  • Deputise for the Production Manager during absence.

Assistant Production Manager Skills and Experience

  • Previous experience in a production/ manufacturing supervisory role (corrugated packaging experience desirable).
  • Strong knowledge of production processes, health & safety, and quality standards.
  • Hands-on experience operating machinery and tools.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to train, motivate, and manage a team effectively.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

If you’re interested in the position, please apply online with your CV.

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