Production Manager

PLEASE ONLY APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK (SPONSORSHIP IS NOT PROVIDED) Primary Objective We are seeking a proven Production Manager with significant leadership experience in advanced manufacturing. This is a high-profile, strategic role where you will be responsible for driving production excellence across CNC machining, UHV cleaning, assembly, quality control, and logistics. The right candidate will not only deliver operational excellence today but also demonstrate the vision, capability, and ambition to take on broader leadership responsibilities in the future.Key Responsibilities Leadership and People Development Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary production teams, driving performance, accountability, and engagement at all levels. Mentor and develop future leaders, building capability and resilience across production operations. Provide strong, visible leadership with a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on involvement. Operational Delivery Ensure flawless execution of production schedules in line with customer commitments, delivering high-quality products on time. Achieve efficiency, yield, and on-time delivery targets, and implement actions for sustained improvement. Uphold ISO 9001 standards and embed lean methodologies across production activities. Continuous Improvement and Scalability Champion Lean and Six Sigma practices, driving a culture of operational excellence. Develop scalable processes and systems to support ..... full job details .....