Job Description

Location:

Bostik Stafford

Reporting Line:

Reports directly to the UK Operations Manager

Working Hours:

Full-Time | Permanent | 38 Hours per week Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:45 Friday: 08:00 - 15:45

About the Role:

We're seeking a highly motivated

Production Manager

to lead our

Solvent Adhesives

department at our Stafford site. With responsibility for a team of 30 and an operating budget of EUR1.5 million, this role is pivotal in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production within a complex chemical manufacturing environment.

You'll be accountable for delivering operational excellence, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a strong safety culture. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strategic thinking, strong team development skills, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety & Culture

Champion health, safety, and environmental standards across all operations Lead cultural and behavioural change initiatives to embed safety-first thinking

Production Management

Organise and oversee daily production activities to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets Manage production schedules and optimise resource allocation Monitor performance metrics and implement improvements to maximise throughput and asset efficiency

Team Leadership

Lead, coach, and develop a team of 30 staff Ensure training and compliance with HSE, quality, and operational procedures Maintain visibility on the shop floor and engage regularly with staff and contractors

Process & Systems Improvement

Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities Minimise waste and enhance process reliability Coordinate with purchasing, logistics, and maintenance to ensure smooth operations

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and quality regulations Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits and internal reviews Support CAPEX planning and manage minor projects

Qualifications & Experience:

Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (with strong chemical industry experience) Minimum 5 years' experience in production management, ideally within a chemical plant NEBOSH Certificate or strong understanding of HSE regulations preferred Proven leadership in manufacturing environments Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills Fluent in English and willing to travel as required

Key Metrics & Accountabilities:

Safety performance Product quality and customer service levels Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and asset utilisation Cost control and budget adherence Achievement of production planning targets
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company car Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person