Production Manager

Posted 04/04/2024 by Meridian Business Support

Location:
Hereford
Salary/Rate:
£42,000 - £45,000/annum Excellent Benefits Package!
We are recruiting for a Production Manager from a manufacturing background to join a leading plastics manufacturer in this brand new role based in Hereford on a permanent, full time basis.

As Production Manager you will work Monday to Friday 8am-5pm with a salary of £45k per annum plus excellent benefits as below.

Reporting into Operations Manager, you will responsibility for managing the manufacturing facility including the direct management for 3 Production Shift Managers who work across 3 shifts. Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Assist in the creation of the production plan and inform the Operations Manager of any implications.
  • Responsible for the execution of the production plan.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes deliver the planned output and Yield performance
  • Ensure products are manufactured to meet the customer expectations and specification
  • Responsible for resource planning and manage the workforce in line with the company policy
  • Ensure production data accuracy is maintained and verified
  • Provide the Operations Manager with performance reports on a regular basis
  • Create and publish KPI’s relating to the production performance on a daily basis
  • Provide the General Manager with regular asset condition reports
  • Ensure all tools and machines are maintained to a high standard
  • Support the Operations Manager to implement improvements and projects as required
 
We are really keen to hear from applicants with the following skills and experience:

  • Previous experience working as a Production Manager within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience in managing large workforce on multiple shifts
  • Understanding of plastic manufacturing processes would be advantageous
  • Formal Management qualification is desirable
  • Plastic Extrusion or Moulding Industry Experience is desirable
  • Continuous improvement techniques
  • Good IT skills in particular Excel and MRP/ ERP systems
  • Good attention to detail
  • Dynamic and enthusiastic shop floor management style
  • Excellent communication skills

Benefits Include:

  • 30 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
  • EAP Programme
  • Pension
  • Onsite Free Parking
  • Death in Service Benefit
  • Training & Development Opportunities
  • No Weekends
 
Please apply today or call us to discuss this Production Manager role in more detail!
Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
03/04/2024
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
IW-488
Job ID:
221415811

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