Production Manager
- Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
- Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
- Job Type: Full-time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Manager with a strong background in vehicle-related fabrication. The ideal candidate will be adept at managing a diverse production team, ensuring on-site productivity, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and Operations Director, this role requires a self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
Day to Day of the role:
- Oversee the daily operations of the Fabrication Shop and factory, stepping in to assist with jobs across all disciplines when necessary.
- Ensure all equipment is available, maintained, and compliant with quality assurance and health & safety standards.
- Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-organised work environment.
- Adhere to working procedures, ensuring each job is equipped with the correct materials, tooling, customer information, and paperwork, and that all previous operations have been signed off.
- Promote the best methods of manufacture to improve efficiencies and foster a right-first-time culture.
- Control and manage the Fabrication Shop/Factory to ensure the correct standard of work is achieved and on-time deliveries are met.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Demonstrable experience in a leadership role within a Welding/Fabrication environment, preferably related to the vehicle sector.
- Proven ability to manage and lead a production team effectively.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A track record of problem-solving and improving production efficiencies.
- Experience in ensuring compliance with quality assurance and health & safety standards.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Opportunity to work with a leading engineering and manufacturing company.
- A role that offers autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact on the production process.