Production Manager

Location: South East London

Quest Employment are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Production Manager to lead a glass manufactury floor operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader who can drive performance, implement high standards, and help elevate our production capabilities.

Experience with in the glass manufacturing industry would be recommended although we are also keen to speak with anyone who has a proven track record in production management within other manufacturing environments. Salary: £34,000 - £37,500 Depending on Experience

Key Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and organise daily production schedules to meet operational targets. Implement, monitor, and maintain quality assurance standards across all production activities. Lead, supervise, and develop production teams, allocating responsibilities effectively. Identify production risks, troubleshoot issues, and resolve bottlenecks to maintain efficiency. Work closely with office, logistics, and other departments to ensure smooth operations. Ensure machinery and equipment are properly maintained, operational, and used correctly.

Prepare daily production reports and provide regular progress updates to senior management. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and safety. Promote a positive, accountable, and high-performing culture across the factory floor. Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Production Manager or similar leadership role within a manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.

Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changing production demands and business priorities. High attention to detail with a focus on process improvement and operational excellence. Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering measurable results. Demonstrated success in team development, training, and performance management.

Experience with in the glass industry would be an advantage but is not essential. If you are a proactive leader who enjoys driving operational excellence and developing high-performing teams, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Please apply or give Quest Luton a call