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Permanent

Factory Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment
Leicester
money-bag £45000 - £55000/annum
Posted: 23 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: 225405374

Production Manager

  • Location: Leicester
  • Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join a well-established, family-owned manufacturer known for bespoke, low-volume solutions. We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our production team and support our company''s development. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership position and is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Oversee daily operations of the manufacturing department, ensuring efficient and safe production schedules.
  • Coordinate staffing levels to meet operational requirements, maintaining productivity, quality, and output performance with precision.
  • Promote a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
  • Lead and support the shop floor team to consistently achieve production targets and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with management to identify and implement operational improvements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Production Manager, Factory Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, or Shop Floor Manager.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and support production employees effectively.
  • Experience in managing production teams within a manufacturing environment.
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A proactive and hands-on approach to leadership.

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to join a respected and established family-owned business.
  • Work within a supportive and loyal team environment.
  • Play a key role in the future development of the company.
  • Long-term career opportunities in a stable and growing organisation.
  • Opportunity to make a genuine impact while preserving the culture and values that have made the business successful.

To apply for the Production Manager position, please submit your CV along with a brief summary of your current role and your reasons for seeking a new opportunity.

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