Production Manager

Production Manager – Precision Engineering (12-Month FTC)

Medical Device | CNC Machining | High Precision Manufacturing

Are you an experienced production leader with a passion for precision engineering? We’re supporting a growing medical device manufacturer to hire a Production Manager who will take full ownership of their manufacturing operations during an exciting period of transition and development. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you’ll lead a talented team, drive performance, and embed strong operational discipline within a regulated environment.

As Production Manager, you’ll oversee day‑to‑day operations across a precision machining and medical device manufacturing environment. You’ll work closely with Engineering, Planning, Quality and OpEx to deliver safe, compliant and efficient production. You’ll lead front‑end programming through to machining and final output, ensuring quality, throughput and cost targets are consistently achieved.

• Lead and develop Team Leaders and the wider production team
• Own daily manufacturing performance (output, scrap, yield, labour utilisation)
• Embed Standard Work, 5S, Lean tools and visual management practices
• Oversee machining operations, tooling readiness and equipment maintenance
• Support NCRs, CAPA and audit readiness
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineering, NPI, Planning and Quality
• Drive continuous improvement and structured problem‑solving initiatives

Must‑Have:

• Strong machining knowledge (milling, turning, CNC processes)
• Experience leading teams in a regulated or high‑precision environment
• Strong focus on safety, quality, output and cost control

You’re a collaborative, positive leader who brings stability and structure to production teams. You combine hands‑on leadership with data‑driven decision making, and you’re passionate about developing people while continually improving processes.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Production, Manufacturing, and Engineering

Manufacturing and Medical Equipment Manufacturing