Production Manager

Production Manager 60,000 - 70,000SherborneDays Only (Mon-Fri)gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Production Manager to work at their facility based near SherbornePerformance ObjectivesLead daily production operations, ensuring output, quality, and delivery schedules are consistently met.Coordinate labour, materials, consumables, and resources to maximise efficiency, throughput, and utilisation.Manage and develop Team Leaders, Supervisors, and production teams, including absence, overtime planning, performance reviews, and training support.Partner with Quality, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to reduce scrap, rework, and non-conformances through root cause actions.Drive Lean initiatives such as 5S and TPM, improving right-first-time performance and operational flow.Ensure health, safety, and compliance are embedded across the production environment, supporting risk assessments, accident investigations, and safe systems of work.Person SpecificationExperience of working as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or Operations leader.A formal qualification (HNC, HND or equivalent) in Manufacturing, Engineering or Operations.A strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, operational performance management, and production flow.Demonstrable people management capability, with experience coaching teams and supporting skills development and competency records.Experience managing Health and Safety ..... full job details .....