Production Manager

Are you an experienced Production Manager with a background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations? Do you thrive on driving performance, improving processes, and leading teams to deliver results? If so, we want to hear from you.

Impact Recruitment are currently working with a growing, globally recognised manufacturing business based in Corby who are looking to recruit a Production Manager to support operations across both their UK and USA facilities. This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside senior leadership, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in shaping operational standards across an international business.

This role offers significant international travel, extensive exposure to both UK and US operations, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on business performance and growth.

Location: Corby / Connecticut USA
Hours: 40 hours per week (site-based)
Salary: 50,000+ Bonus & Company Benefits

Duties:
Lead and drive daily production and operational activities to ensure customer orders are delivered on time and to the required standards
Support and challenge local management teams to improve productivity, efficiency, and overall business performance
Identify bottlenecks within production plans and implement solutions to improve operational flow
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, standardisation, visual management, and process optimisation
Develop and implement SOPs, checklists, handovers, and operational controls to improve consistency across sites
Work closely with production, planning, supply chain, and management teams to improve communication and delivery performance
Monitor KPIs and provide regular updates on progress, risks, and improvement projects
Support training and capability development across operational teams
Drive alignment and consistency between UK and USA operations
Travel regularly between the UK and USA to support operational delivery and improvement projects

The ideal candidate must:
Have previous experience as a Production Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership role
Have a proven track record of leading teams and driving operational improvements within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Demonstrate strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience
Be a confident communicator capable of building relationships across all levels of a business
Be highly organised, proactive, and able to identify and resolve issues before they impact performance
Have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Hold a valid UK Driving Licence
Live within a reasonable commuting distance of Corby
Be willing to travel extensively, including regular periods working within the USA

Desirable:
Experience working with metals, engineering products, or industrial manufacturing processes
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing qualifications
Previous experience managing international operations or multi-site facilities

Benefits:
Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
3-5% annual performance bonus
1% annual loyalty bonus
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
Company-funded accommodation whilst working in the USA
Business travel expenses covered in line with company policy
Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business growth
Long-term progression opportunities within a growing international business

If this role sounds of interest to you then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Impact Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client.