Production Manager

Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading Engineering & Mn

We are looking for a Production Manager to take full responsibility for manufacturing operations at the site. This is a operational leadership role focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead all aspects of site production, ensuring manufacturing targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and in line with business objectives. You will drive operational performance, lead site teams, and support the ongoing development of processes, systems, and capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site production to meet output, quality, cost, and safety targets
• Plan and control production and labour resources across shifts
• Develop and manage site maintenance strategy, including planned maintenance and projects
• Ensure full compliance with HSE legislation and ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 standards
• Maintain product quality in line with ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer requirements
• Drive continuous improvement across production and manufacturing processes
• Develop, coach, and engage production teams

About You

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production management role
• Background in metals, heat treatment, forging, melting or metals recycling etc , or a related industrial environment preferred
• Strong people leadership and communication skills
• Sound knowledge of HSE and quality management systems
• Experience managing budgets and driving efficiency improvements

What''s on Offer

• A key leadership role within a specialist, growing industrial business
• Opportunity to shape site performance and future capability
• Competitive salary and benefits package

A BONUS IS ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS ROLE OTE -50K