Production Manager

Position: Production Manager (Permanent)
We’re hiring for a Production Manager to join a growing engineering business based in Stockport, Greater Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with CNC experience to take the reins of a busy, multi-department production team and play a key role in driving output, quality and process improvements across the shop floor.
What’s on offer?
* £50k- £55k p/a

* Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

* Early finish on Fridays

* 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

* Annual bonus

* Pension contribution scheme
What will you be doing as a Production Manager?

* Leading daily operations across the CNC workshop, assembly and finishing teams

* Producing and optimising CAM programs and CNC workflows

* Planning production schedules to meet demand

* Implementing quality assurance and resolving quality issues quickly

* Mentoring and motivating a team of 8+ engineers

* Championing continuous improvement and best practices

* Working closely with the engineering and procurement teams to manage inventory, tooling and process improvements

* Managing apprenticeships and supporting staff development
What do you need?

* Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

* Strong leadership and team management skills

* Hands-on CNC machining experience including CNC Milling Centres, CNC Lathes and Manual Lathes

* Working knowledge of CAM software such as Edgecam (or similar)

* Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and ERP systems (SAP/other)
Apply today or speak with Sadiye at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.
KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted