Production Manager

Are you an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in manufacturing leadership? Do you thrive in fast-paced engineering environments and have a passion for driving safety, quality, performance, and continuous improvement?

We are looking a Production Manager (Switchgear Manufacturing) in Co. Derry for a full-Time, permanent role.

£60,000 - £65,000 + Benefits,

Due to continued growth, our client, a highly respected and innovative engineering manufacturer serving critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Production Manager to lead a large-scale switch gear production operation

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll play a key role in shaping production performance, developing frontline leaders, and delivering operational excellence across a growing manufacturing facility

Role reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take responsibility for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations within a busy switch gear production environment

Managing a team of Team Leaders and overseeing a production workforce of approximately 120 employees, you will ensure the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of high-quality products while driving a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement

• Lead, coach and develop Team Leaders and production personnel to achieve operational targets
• Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity metrics
• Manage production planning, labour allocation, resources and workflow to meet customer and project deadlines
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Stores, Logistics and Project teams to optimise operational performance
• Monitor and report on key production KPIs, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions where required
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, capacity constraints, material shortages and quality issues
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement initiatives and waste reduction projects
• Support recruitment, training, succession planning and performance management activities
• Contribute to operational strategy, budget control and long-term capacity planning initiatives

• Proven experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, or similar senior leadership role within a manufacturing environment
• Experience leading large production teams through Team Leaders, Supervisors or Line Managers
• Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, labour utilisation and manufacturing performance management
• Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and develop frontline leaders
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within manufacturing environments
• Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and production KPIs to drive decision-making and performance improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on operational excellence

• Experience with in switch gear manufacturing, electrical assemblies, power distribution equipment, control panels, LV/HV systems or related sectors
• Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or Business qualification
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S or Continuous Improvement experience
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing compliance requirements
• Experience supporting operational growth, factory expansion or transformation projects

• Salary of £60,000 - £65,000
• Senior leadership position with significant operational influence
• Opportunity to lead a large manufacturing team within a growing business
• Friday early finish (12pm
• Private Medical Insurance (family options available)
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Employer Pension Contribution
• 30 Days Annual Leave
• Ongoing Professional Development & Training
• Positive, collaborative workplace culture

Equality is at the forefront of our operation, and we provide equality of opportunity to everyone.