Production Manager
Recruiter: Consilium Recruit
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits
Application date: 3rd Apr 2019
A British Engineering Company supplying advanced systems to some of the most exotic automotive OEM`s are seeking a Production Manager due to rapid growth and an influx of new and exciting projects. You will be required to oversee the assembly side of manufacturing operations, with experience in automotive manufacturing and production management.
The Role
Responsibilities as a Production Manager;
Overseeing the Assembly are of the manufacturing process in a fast-paced automotive environment
Ensuring a safe and efficient environment contributing to continuous improvement activities
Effective team management, quality and cost controls, production targets are achieved
Managing a team of six Supervisors and overall responsibility for 30+ production staff
Liaising with the maintenance teams to ensure maximum availability of the line
Conducting performance and development reviews with staff
The Person
Production Manager Skills and experience;
Experience in automotive production/manufacturing management or similar fast paced environment
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies such as 5S and Six Sigma
Able to build working relationships with strong people management skills
Must be enthusiastic, tenacious and have a can-do positive attitude with a pragmatic approach to challenges