Production Leader - Manufacturing

We are representing a hugely innovative manufacturing organisation who are at the forefront of their specialist field, whilst continuing their growth through the diversification into other developing markets around sustainable and environmentally friendly products.

Established 30 + years, they're stable and not afraid to invest, and design and manufacture an award -winning range of products at their sites in East Lancashire

They now seek to recruit an accomplished and ambitious Production Leader (days) to join their dynamic team assisting the Head of Manufacturing in ensuring operations run efficiently and manufacturing KPIs are met, developing their team and working on a range of projects concerning continuous improvement, quality and safety, whilst generally instilling a positive culture of open communication, pride, passion and excellent organisation

Key skills

* Previous experience in a production leader, production supervisor or shift leader role, or maybe you're an ambitious lead operative looking to step up into more of a managerial role

* Previous experience leading, developing and motivating teams within an improvement focused manufacturing setting - assembled product preferred

* Any engineering knowledge a bonus

* Some knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing and root cause problem solving tools advantageous

* Strong critical thinking and problem solving tool kit

* Thrives working at pace and to deadlines and engaging with a multifunctional team to get results

* Innate ability to engage, influence and coach others to perform to the best of their ability

Most importantly, we seek an enthusiastic, tenacious and results focused production leader who is keen to make a positive impact on a business whilst continuing to develop their own skill set.

This is a long established, yet growing business with a total commitment to world class manufacturing standards, with a focus on future proofing the business through consistent new product innovation

To apply, please send full CV stating current salary and location