Production Manager

Global Operations Director - Executive at Listgrove LimitedProduction Manager

Based Greater Manchester

Job ref: CST/64376

Our client is a long-established and technically advanced manufacturer within the inks and coatings sector, operating as part of an international group. With recent investment and a clear strategic direction, the business is seeking a talented Production Manager to take responsibility for the 2-Piece and UV Flexo operations at their Northwest facility.

This is a key role with responsibility for overall production performance, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and service are delivered, while supporting the strategic growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop a multi-shift production team to consistently achieve targets.

Act as a health, safety, and wellbeing ambassador, driving compliance and promoting a safe culture.

Oversee production planning and KPI delivery, investigating variances and embedding corrective actions.

Collaborate with engineering, planning, HR, and training to ensure workforce capability and operational readiness.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives, driving efficiency and best practice.

Support customer fulfilment, ensuring orders are delivered on time, in full, and to the highest standards.

Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will be an experienced production leader with a proven track record in manufacturing operations. You will combine strong people management skills with analytical problem-solving, commercial awareness, and the ability to inspire high performance across teams. A collaborative, proactive, and results-driven approach will be essential to thrive in this role.

Strong leadership and people management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven

Analytical and methodical problem-solver

Committed to continuous improvement

Professional and collaborative team player

Demonstrates a strong alignment with the company’s culture and values

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Engineering, HR, and other departments to address cross-team issues that affect production performance and people management.

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

To apply please contact Conrad Taylor

0044 (0) 1789 207070

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Listgrove Limited Registered in England No: 01197713

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Production and Manufacturing

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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