Job Description

Job title:

Production Manager

Location:

Letchworth, Hertfordshire

Terms:

Permanent (Full-time)

Salary/rate:

Hourly (Competitive) including 25 Days paid holiday + bank holidays

Requirements:

40-hour week, Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm). Option to finish at lunchtime on Friday if hours are achieved. Overtime rate x1.5.

About us:

Stevenage sheet metal manufactures high quality engineered parts to a variety of industries from pharmaceutical through to automotive. SSM has over 45 years of experience within manufacturing and specialises in sheet metal laser cutting, fabrication and welding.

About the role:

Seeking a highly organised and skilled Production Manager to join our team. As a Production Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all aspects of the production process. Your primary responsibilities will include creating efficient production schedules, supervising production processes, driving efficiency improvement throughout the manufacturing processes, along with leading a health & safety driven environment.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement effective production schedules to optimise efficiency and meet production targets

Supervise and coordinate production activities to ensure smooth and timely execution of projects

Hands on effective man management

Ensure that production equipment is regularly inspected and well-maintained to guarantee smooth operations and minimise downtime

Enforce strict adherence to health and safety protocols across all production processes to maintain a safe working environment

Implement quality control measures to uphold product standards and identify areas for improvement

Provide effective leadership to production staff, fostering a positive work environment and enhancing productivity

Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process optimisation

Review team skill requirements and ensure cross training is maintained to enable a multiskilled team

Candidate requirements

Essentials:

Advanced apprenticeship in Engineering, Manufacturing or equivalent job experience

Previous Fabrication/sheet metal experience

Proven experience as a Production Manager or similar role within the manufacturing industry

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively

Knowledge of materials and production processes

Familiarity with equipment maintenance and health & safety protocols

Excellent leadership and communication skills to motivate and guide the production team

Problem-solving aptitude to address challenges and implement improvements

Proficiency in using relevant production software and tools

Desirables:

IOSH Managing Safely

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Canteen Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime
Work Location: In person