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Charles Trent LtdWe are looking for an experienced production leader who thrives in a fast paced environment to take charge of our busy distribution centre and production lines. With a team of five supervisors and around 60 people, this is a role that combines operational excellence with people leadership, making a real impact on our business performance and culture.In this role, you’ll oversee the full production process from pre-production through to distribution. You’ll ensure that everything runs smoothly, efficiently and to the highest quality standards, whilst motivating, supporting and inspiring your team to deliver outstanding results.What You’ll Be Doing
Plan and draw up a production scheduleDecide on and order the resources required, ensuring stock levels remain adequateSelect equipment and take responsibility for its maintenanceSet quality standards, always striving to improve processes and resultsEnsure production is cost effective by estimating costs and agreeing budgets with clients and managersOwn the production processes and adjust schedules as neededMonitor productivity rates and product standards, developing quality control programmesOrganise the repair of any damaged equipmentBuild strong working relationships across departments, with suppliers, managers and clientsEnsure health and safety guidelines are followed at all timesSupport managers in achieving company goalsCollate and analyse data, producing reports for factory managers and customersEngage, develop, support and lead your teams, aligning to company culture and valuesManage communication, from toolbox talks to company announcementsSupport team development, owning training and enabling your team to thriveWhat We’re Looking For
Strong planning and organisational skills to run and monitor production processesProven leadership and communication skills, with experience engaging and developing teamsThe ability to act decisively and solve staff or equipment-related problemsCapacity to grasp complex concepts easilyICT literacy across relevant technologies and programmesHigh attention to detail to maintain quality standardsClear, persuasive communication with teams, managers and clientsStrong negotiation skills for securing materials within budget and on timeAbility to work under pressure and multitask effectivelyResults-driven with the ability to motivate others to meet deadlinesA logical, systematic approach to workWhy Join Us?
32 days holiday (including bank holidays)Pension schemeStaff discount on partsDiscounted petrolAfter probation: Health Cash Plan with Health ShieldCritical Illness coverDeath in Service benefitFamily DayCommunity Volunteer DayEnhanced pension contribution after 5 years’ serviceTraining and career development opportunitiesSeniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
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