Production Manager

Job title - Production Manager

Reports to:

General Manager

Location:

County Armagh

Employment Type:

Full-time Job Purpose The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing day-to-day production operations, improving efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring jobs are completed safely and on schedule. The candidate will need a strong background in manufacturing or engineering production, ideally with experience in fabrication, production planning, workflow management, and leading a shop-floor team. Engineering and Manufacturing Support Work closely with design engineers, production staff and workshop colleagues to achieve manufacturing targets.

Identify fabrication issues and communicate any drawing discrepancies or design improvements to the relevant personnel. Assist with the manufacture, installation and commissioning of new equipment where required. Support maintenance and repair activities on workshop equipment, machinery and manufactured products. Contribute to improving manufacturing processes, productivity and material utilisation. Ensure jobs are completed within agreed timescales and production schedules. Quality and Health & Safety Maintain high standards of workmanship, accuracy and attention to detail.

Follow company quality procedures and relevant welding and fabrication standards. Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety legislation and company procedures. Follow safe systems of work, including hot-work procedures, risk assessments and permit-to-work requirements where applicable. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and maintain a clean, organised and safe working area. Report defective equipment, unsafe conditions, quality issues and near misses promptly.

Ensure materials, tools and equipment are stored and handled safely. Essential Skills and Experience Previous experience in welding and fabrication within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings. Ability to manage teams and meet tight deadlines Good understanding of fabrication methods, materials and workshop practices. Ability to use workshop tools and equipment safely and effectively.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Good time management and organisational skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and completing tasks to deadline. Desirable Qualifications and Experience Relevant qualification in welding, fabrication, mechanical engineering or a related discipline. Recognised welding qualifications, such as those applicable to the welding processes used. Experience manufacturing bespoke machinery, industrial equipment or engineered products.

Knowledge of engineering tolerances, weld symbols and quality inspection requirements. Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminium, where applicable. Experience using lifting equipment and workshop machinery, with appropriate training and authorisation. Personal Attributes Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious. Takes pride in producing high-quality work. Practical and methodical approach to engineering tasks. Positive attitude towards teamwork, continuous improvement and learning new skills.

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Skills:

Production Planning Management lean Engineering