Production Manager

Overview

Our client is a UK-based leading engineering firm seeking an experienced Operations/Production Manager (with a strong background in welding and fabrication) to lead a skilled team of engineers and technicians within a fast-growing, dynamic organisation. This pivotal leadership role aims to optimise shop floor performance, enhance processes, and contribute to continued growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding and fabrication and excel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, driving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional customer outcomes.

A strategic, hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence and a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Permanent on-site Coventry – Hours of work: 7:30am-4pm Mon-Thu & 7:30am-3pm Fri.

• Collaborate with Senior Managers to align operational and production activities across departments for optimal efficiency.
• Lead planning and execution of projects, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Conduct technical contract reviews to ensure customer requirements and specifications are understood, communicated, and met.
• Drive continuous improvement in laser cutting, fabrication, and related processes to improve efficiency, quality, and reduce costs.
• Act as a key point of contact for customers, managing relationships, resolving issues proactively, and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Oversee production scheduling to prioritise and plan work to meet delivery deadlines.
• Manage and coordinate specific project work packages, ensuring cross-departmental coordination and timely execution.

• Proven experience as an Operations/Production Manager in an engineering environment, particularly Welding/Fabrication/Laser cutting
• Knowledge of engineering processes
• Understanding of engineering drawings
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Energetic, outgoing, confident leadership with a hands-on approach

• Excellent annual profit share scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free car parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company pension scheme

Please apply and get in touch to hear more.