- Lead and support a team of Production Operators and Technical staff
- Ensure team compliance with Health & Safety and company policies
- Collaborate with Purchasing, Planning, and Quality teams
- Use the ERP system (Epicor) to manage production processes
- Drive continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives
- Represent your product area at production team meetings
- Monitor team performance and address training needs
- Conduct regular team briefings and one-on-one meetings
- Manage payroll and confidential documents
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations
- Conduct risk assessments and participate in safety investigations
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and quality compliance
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement
- Achieve production plans and collaborate with other departments
- Monitor performance metrics and ensure on-time delivery
- Improve efficiency and manage resources effectively
- Address non-conformance issues to reduce costs
- Deputise for the Production Manager when required
- Organised and proactive in task allocation
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Data-driven decision-making abilities
- Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office
- Background in manufacturing with a focus on quality
- ILM Level 3 or equivalent (or willing to work towards)
- Appropriate HSE certification (COSHH/Risk Assessor)
- Continuous Improvement qualifications (Green/Yellow Belt)
- Experience with Epicor ERP and PeopleHR
- Automotive manufacturing background