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Date Added: Sat 11/01/2025

Production Manager

Chester-le-Street, DH3, UK
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Company: THEO JAMES RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Shift Pattern: Rotating Day/Night shift
Benefits:
* Competitive salary package plus shift allowance
* Pension scheme
* Opportunities to share scheme
* Ongoing training and development
The Company:
This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking UK manufacturer renowned for innovation, quality, and exceptional service. Part of a global group with over 4,000 employees worldwide, this company values its people and fosters a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. Working here means being part of a team driving excellence and offering significant career growth opportunities within a dynamic industry.
Job Description:
As a Production Manager, you will oversee operations across three areas, ensuring efficient delivery of business targets, including output, quality, cost, compliance, health and safety, and team management. You will play a pivotal role in driving improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Safety: Promote and enforce a culture of exemplary safety standards and compliance.
* People Management: Lead, motivate, and engage a team of supervisors and production staff. Deliver regular team briefings, manage absence protocols, and provide training.
* Output: Monitor and plan to meet hourly, daily, and weekly production targets while adjusting for challenges.
* Compliance: Conduct routine audits and ensure adherence to ISO and company standards.
* Cost Management: Control production area costs, including headcount, overtime, and material waste.
* Quality: Ensure consistent product quality and address any deviations promptly.
* Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to optimize processes and enhance reliability.
Skills & Experience:
* Proven operational knowledge in a manufacturing environment
* Exceptional leadership and team-building skills
* Strong data-driven decision-making abilities
* Ability to challenge norms and drive improvements
* Proficient in problem-solving and change management
* Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
Desirable:
* IOSH Managing Safely certification
* Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques
Why Should You Apply?
* Join a company committed to innovation and excellence
* Be part of a supportive and collaborative work culture
* Gain access to robust training programs and development opportunities
* Make a tangible impact in a role offering variety and challenge
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