Production​/Quality Manager

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Production / Quality Manager to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: Competitive Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum, Depending on Experience.

Location: Glasgow G46.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.

Incorporated in 1967, they have grown to be the largest gasket manufacturer in Scotland and, with the majority of their trade out with, one of the premier businesses in their sector in the UK.

An ISO 9001 accredited SME of twenty-eight employees, with their head office in Glasgow and a longstanding branch in Inverness, they have managed continuous growth year-on-year and look to accelerate/continue this going forward by finding new markets, innovative new products and investing in both their manufacturing assets and their people.

As they continue to expand, they are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production/Quality Manager to join their team and to oversee their Glasgow production facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for maintaining the highest quality standards.

As the Production/Quality Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the Glasgow production and warehouse operations. This includes management of efficient production processes to assists the company in meeting production targets on time in full, maintaining quality standards in line with their ISO 9001 management system, undertaking ISO 9001 audits with input from their external consultant and management team, managing staff, and optimising productivity.

Your leadership will be crucial in driving continuous improvement and ensuring that products consistently meet or exceed customer expectations. You will also maintain a flexible approach to the Production/Quality Manager's role and provide suitable cover as and when required for other remits.

Production Management:

• Oversee the daily operations of the production facility, ensuring efficiency, quality and continuous improvement.
• Liaising with stores co-ordinator, supervisors and administration team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our production facility and management of any issues in relation thereto.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining product quality and safety standards.
• Develop and monitor efficiency and performance metrics.
• Hands‑on approach.

Quality Assurance:

• Maintain rigorous quality control protocols to ensure all products meet or exceed industry standards as per our ISO 9001 Certification.
• Updating, monitoring and reporting on our ISO 9001 management system along with our ISO 9001 consultant and the company’s management team.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, train, and develop a team of production staff, supervisors, and support personnel.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Deal with all H.R. requirements

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Utilise Lean Manufacturing principles and other methodologies to drive operational excellence.

Cost Management:

• Monitor and control production costs
• Identify areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Reporting:

• Prepare and present monthly reports on production performance, quality metrics, and operational issues to our management team.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the Glasgow factory.

• Minimum of 1 years of experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Sage Line 50 would be advantageous

• 28 days holiday rising to 33 after 5 years.
• Company pension contributions
• Free on‑site parking
• Salary £40,000 - £45,000
• Half yearly bonus (subject to company and personal performance)

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.