Job Description

Join a Leader in Plastic Manufacturing!

Plasflow is committed to delivering high-quality, bespoke plastic fabrications for a wide range of industries, including petrochemical, nuclear, construction, and utilities. We are now looking for a Production Manager to join our team and help drive the delivery of exceptional fabrication solutions for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead daily workshop operations

, ensuring smooth workflow across all fabrication activities.

Plan, schedule, and coordinate production

to meet project deadlines and customer requirements.

Manage and allocate labour and resources

, ensuring staffing levels align with production demands.

Oversee fabrication processes

, ensuring work is carried out to technical specifications, drawings, and quality standards.

Monitor production performance

, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to maximise efficiency.

Ensure materials, tools, and equipment

are available and prepared for upcoming jobs.

Uphold high standards of quality control

, conducting inspections and addressing non-conformances promptly.

Maintain strict health, safety, and environmental compliance

, promoting a safe working culture throughout the facility.

Oversee workshop and machinery maintenance

, planning preventative maintenance and supporting upgrades.

Coordinate with commercial, design, and project teams

to align production with company objectives.

Manage documentation and reporting

, including production records, KPI tracking, and QHSE compliance logs.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives

, optimising processes, reducing waste, and improving fabrication accuracy.

Train, mentor, and support workshop staff

, fostering strong team performance and skills development.

What We're Looking For:

Strong leadership and people management

-- ability to motivate, supervise, and develop workshop staff.

Production planning & scheduling

-- experienced in organising workloads, allocating resources, and managing timelines.

Manufacturing or fabrication experience

-- ideally within plastics, engineering, or similar industries.

Quality assurance knowledge

-- understanding of maintaining and improving quality standards.

Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE) awareness

-- working knowledge of relevant regulations and safe working practices.

Maintenance oversight experience

-- familiarity with machinery, plant maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Problem-solving skills

-- ability to quickly address production issues and implement practical solutions.

Communication and coordination

-- able to liaise effectively with commercial, engineering, and operational teams.

Material and inventory management

-- ensuring timely availability of materials and efficient stock control.

IT proficiency

-- comfortable using production software, scheduling tools, and basic office applications.

Why Work with us?

Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonuses Supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused team environment Clear opportunities for career progression within a thriving business Full training and ongoing professional development Comprehensive benefits package
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person