Production Manager

Production Manager Hastings area, East Sussex (On site 5 days per week) Salary: 80k + bonus + benefits This role would suit a people-oriented individual who enjoys team development as much as developing processes and improving efficiencies. Introduction: Production Manager As production manager you will have responsibility for production teams (assembly and test) scheduling and planning as well as purchasing (c20 people with potential to double to 40+). You will work closely with engineering (design and development) as well as quality functions. As part of the senior management team, you will report to the Managing Director and have autonomy and accountability concerning production operations, output and efficiencies. Company: The company is involved with the design, development and manufacture of electromechanical products. These are used within sensor and image detection systems for an array of industry applications spanning research, aerospace, defence and security and environmental monitoring. Knowledge of this sector is not required. However, the production manager should be able to apply their experience of production processes and manufacturing systems to this environment. Your key drivers are team development, process improvement, enhanced efficiency and volume ramp up. Skills / knowledge: Production Manager A relevant qualification in production / manufacturing engineering coupled with demonstrable experience gained in a leadership role Proven experience ..... full job details .....