Interim Production Manager

Interim Production Manager Rotherham Elevation Recruitment Group is delighted to be working with a well-established manufacturing organisation to recruit an Interim Production Manager . This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader to join the business on an interim basis and make an immediate impact across production operations. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take responsibility for leading production performance, driving operational improvements, and ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, quality and efficiency across the manufacturing function.

Managing a team of Shift Managers, Team Leaders and Operators, you will play a key role in improving processes, developing teams and delivering measurable improvements in productivity, performance and operational standards. Duties of the Interim Production Manager:
Provide leadership and direction across all production departments, ensuring operational targets are achieved. Take ownership of health, safety, wellbeing, environmental standards and waste management within production. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, yield and reduce operational losses. Monitor and improve key performance indicators, using data to identify opportunities and implement solutions. Ensure production teams are fully trained, competent and supported to achieve operational excellence.

Manage production budgets and contribute to future capital investment planning. Work closely with Engineering teams to maximise equipment reliability and uptime. Maintain strong housekeeping standards and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Support people management activities including performance reviews, appraisals and return-to-work meetings. Ensure effective stock management and accurate product accountability. We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Manager or Manufacturing Manager with a strong background within a fast-paced production environment.

You will bring:
Proven experience leading manufacturing operations, ideally within a heavy manufacturing environment. Experience managing production teams through Team Leaders and Supervisors. Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental standards (IOSH qualification desirable). A track record of improving productivity, reducing waste and delivering operational improvements. Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and operational costs. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to quickly identify issues and implement effective solutions.

Good IT skills and the ability to use data and KPIs to drive performance. This interim opportunity would suit an accomplished manufacturing professional who can quickly establish credibility, engage teams and deliver positive change in a challenging operational environment. If you're immediately available or on a short notice and would like further information, please contact us for a confidential discussion.