Production Manager

PRODUCTION MANAGER JOB SUMMARY:
 
A well-established Poole-based business is looking for an experienced, motivated Production Manager / Supervisor to take ownership of production planning, scheduling, and delivery performance, within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
 
This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving structure, improving schedule adherence, and ensuring a "right first time" approach to quality.
 
PRODUCTION MANAGER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage production plans in line with demand, capacity, and materials
• Lead daily/weekly/monthly scheduling and drive on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery
• Improve schedule adherence and reduce reactive firefighting
• Coordinate across Engineering, Purchasing, QA, and Operations
• Track performance, resolve issues, and lead root cause analysis
• Champion quality standards and continuous improvement (Lean)
• Lead, develop, and performance manage the production team
• Create job cards, ensure that targets / KPI''s are set, and establish regular cadence (production reviews, issue resolution, KPI tracking) to monitor performance
• Oversee and improve processes, documentation and work instructions
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies
• Manage, supervise and lead the production team, setting objectives aligned to delivery and quality
• Hold regular 1-2-1''s with team to ensure optimum performance across the production team.

THE IDEAL PRODUCTION MANAGER WILL HAVE:

• Previous experience in a Production Manager, Production Supervisor, or similar Warehouse / Operations role  
• Strong planning, scheduling, and organisational skills
• Proven ability to meet production targets and deadlines
• Hands-on leadership style with a focus on accountability and quality
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Engineering or manufacturing-related qualification (or equivalent, through experience)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (desirable)

THE BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary (up to £45k)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free parking on site
• Early finish on a Friday
• Additional benefits to be discussed during application process

This is a great opportunity for a proactive Production Leader / Manager to step into a role with real ownership and impact.

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