Production Manager

Chase Taylor Recruitment is working with an established and highly regarded UK manufacturer within the fenestration and building products industry to recruit an experienced Production Manager for its manufacturing operation in Hull.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional with a background in composite door and/or uPVC window and door manufacturing to take ownership of a key production function within a successful and growing business.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving production performance, improving operational efficiencies and developing a motivated, high-performing manufacturing team.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Director and General Manager, you will be responsible for managing and controlling all manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards and business objectives are consistently achieved.

You will take responsibility for production planning, labour and material requirements, cost control and the effective utilisation of company resources, whilst developing a culture of continuous improvement throughout the operation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing all manufacturing areas to achieve planned production targets and customer requirements.
• Overseeing production planning, scheduling, labour allocation and material availability.
• Driving operational efficiencies, cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Introducing and developing Lean Manufacturing principles within the production environment.
• Leading product development initiatives and ensuring compliance with relevant industry and legislative standards.
• Maintaining high standards of product quality and ensuring adherence to quality management systems.
• Developing, motivating and managing production teams, including recruitment, training and performance management.
• Creating a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to eliminate waste and improve productivity.
• Leading improvement projects and encouraging team involvement in operational excellence initiatives.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping and workplace standards, developing a visual factory environment.
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Working closely with other departments to support the wider business strategy and achieve operational objectives.

About You

• We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware manufacturing manager who can demonstrate strong leadership skills and a proven ability to improve manufacturing performance.
• Ideally, you will have:
• Proven experience in a Manufacturing Management or Production Management position.
• A background in uPVC window and door or composite door manufacturing.
• Strong people management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop production teams.
• Experience of implementing Lean Manufacturing principles within a traditional manufacturing environment.
• A good understanding of production planning, resource management and cost control.
• A track record of driving continuous improvement, reducing waste and improving operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality standards and Health & Safety requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively across different departments and influence positive change.
• Good IT and computer literacy skills.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to take ownership of a key manufacturing operation.
• A senior management position reporting directly to the Director and General Manager.
• The opportunity to influence manufacturing strategy and drive meaningful improvements.
• The chance to join an established and respected manufacturer within the fenestration industry.

Interested?

If you are an experienced manufacturing professional with a background in composite doors, uPVC or fenestration manufacturing and are looking for your next senior management opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Chase Taylor Recruitment on 01543 897800 for a confidential discussion.