Production Area Manager

Production Area Manager
Circa £55k + up to 6% annual bonus
Bradford
Hours - 40 hours - Mon - Fri

Company Benefits of a Production Area Manager:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Bonus Incentive Scheme;
• Life Assurance Cover
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Contributions
• Opportunity to join Social Club
• Enhanced family leave - up to 6 months full maternity pay
• 1 work day per year to support community activities
• Continuous improvement suggestion scheme

Purpose of the Production Area Manager role:
Our client is looking for a Production Area Manager to manage the Stores area, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will oversee production planning, resource allocation, and team development while driving continuous improvement and adherence to compliance standards.

Main duties and responsibilities of a Production Area Supervisor:

• Execute risk assessments, safety walks, audits, and incident investigations.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, PPE compliance, and EHS standards.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and oversee training documentation and matrices.
• Drive lean processes, continuous improvement, and scrap management.
• Manage non-compliance matters and implement corrective actions.
• Plan and meet capacity, production, and performance targets (OTIF, OEE).
• Lead shift changeover meetings, daily/weekly reporting, and monthly updates.
• Handle absence reporting and support key business projects.
• Manage department budgets and support financial planning, ARs, and NPI considerations.
• Foster a positive culture, aligned with company beliefs and DE&I values.
• Develop training plans and oversee performance management and recruitment.
• Handle employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance, and conduct matters.

Experience/knowledge requirements for a Production Area Supervisor:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing-related field.
• Bachelor's Degree (or working towards) preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, including stores/warehouse operations.
• Strong communication skills and PC proficiency (MS Office, ERP systems).

Please call Amy at the recruitment group to find out more about this position.