Production Manager

Locations

Corby, Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire

£50,000 - £52,000 per annum + Bonus + Company Benefits

Are you an experienced Production Manager with a background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations? Do you thrive on driving performance, improving processes, and leading teams to deliver results? If so, we want to hear from you.

Impact Recruitment are currently working with a growing, globally recognised manufacturing business based in Corby who are looking to recruit a Production Manager to support operations across both their UK and USA facilities. This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside senior leadership, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in shaping operational standards across an international business.

This role offers significant international travel, extensive exposure to both UK and US operations, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on business performance and growth.

Corby

40 hours per week (site-based)

• Lead and drive daily production and operational activities to ensure customer orders are delivered on time and to the required standards
• Support and challenge local management teams to improve productivity, efficiency, and overall business performance
• Identify bottlenecks within production plans and implement solutions to improve operational flow
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, standardisation, visual management, and process optimisation
• Develop and implement SOPs, checklists, handovers, and operational controls to improve consistency across sites
• Work closely with production, planning, supply chain, and management teams to improve communication and delivery performance
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular updates on progress, risks, and improvement projects
• Support training and capability development across operational teams
• Drive alignment and consistency between UK and USA operations
• Travel regularly between the UK and USA to support operational delivery and improvement projects

• Have previous experience as a Production Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership role
• Have a proven track record of leading teams and driving operational improvements within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Demonstrate strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience
• Be a confident communicator capable of building relationships across all levels of a business
• Be highly organised, proactive, and able to identify and resolve issues before they impact performance
• Have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Hold a valid UK Driving Licence
• Live within a reasonable commuting distance of Corby
• Be willing to travel extensively, including regular periods working within the USA

• Experience working with metals, engineering products, or industrial manufacturing processes
• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing qualifications
• Previous experience managing international operations or multi-site facilities

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• 3-5% annual performance bonus
• 1% annual loyalty bonus
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
• Company-funded accommodation whilst working in the USA
• Business travel expenses covered in line with company policy
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business growth
• Long-term progression opportunities within a growing international business