Job Description
Production Manager – Job Summary:
We’re supporting our client, a leading manufacturer based in Hereford, who are looking for a Production Manager to join their growing team. The successful Production Manager will have strong experience in a similar role within manufacturing / production environment.
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
Benefits: To be discussed at interview
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hereford
Job Start date: ASAP
Responsibilities:
- People management skills- health and safety/wellbeing
- Key member of the continuous improvement team
- Operator training utilising shift supervision
- Tracks KPI’s to discover areas for improvement and monitor upgrades – OEE/Scrap/Quality
- Optimises productivity by using Lean principles
- Scheduling plant maintenance
- Scheduling machine and equipment maintenance
- Capacity planning working with the planners
- Managing breakdowns and repairs
- Control of mould tool maintenance and repairs, liaising with external parties/ suppliers as necessary
- Maintain cleanliness within controlled environments
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements e.g. fire equipment
- Optimises productivity by using Lean principles
About You:
- Strong background in supervising / managing within a manufacturing / engineering environment.
- Excellent analytical and math skills
- Lean Manufacturing principles- strong understanding/implementation experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your full CV – or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
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