Production Manager: Our client is a West Yorkshire based manufacturer looking to appoint a Production Manager for their fast paced volume production site. Managing around 50 people on shift at any one time the successful Production Manager will have previous experience of shift work and leading a team to meet daily KPI's, preferably in a time sensitive, lean focused, volume manufacturing environment (precision engineering, fabrication, plastic, glass, electronics etc)Working in a 6-2, 2-10 rotation there may be occasional weekend work as overflow if production targets are not met by the shift. This is very rare. Although the majority of staff are permanent at peak times your team may be strengthened with the addition of contract / agency staff. It would be beneficial for the Production Manager to have had had previous experience of managing temporary staff.Previous work experience in a lean manufacturing environment would be advantageous, as would knowledge of continuous improvement. The Production Manager ultimately chosen for this role can come from a wide range of backgrounds. Applications are particularly encouraged by candidates from any volume manufacturing background with a skilled or semi-skilled workforce: precision engineering, fabrication, plastic, glass, electronics, etc.Production Manager, Lean/CI
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Futures Manufacturing
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 7 days
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire HD5 8XT
£30,000 - £36,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client is a West Yorkshire based manufacturer seeking a Production Manager for their high-volume production site.
- The role requires managing around 50 staff on shift, with previous experience in shift work and team leadership in a lean manufacturing environment preferred.
- Candidates should have a background in precision engineering, fabrication, plastic, glass, or electronics, and experience managing temporary staff is beneficial.
- The position involves a 6-2, 2-10 rotation with occasional weekend work, depending on production targets.
- Salary details are not specified, but a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is typically required for this role.
