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Production Manager

Job in Suffolk, Suffolk County, England, UK
Listing for: Adecco
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-05
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 43000 GBP Yearly GBP 43000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Join Our Team as a Production Manager!

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Adecco is proud to be recruiting a Production Manager for our client-an exciting role where you will play a key part in driving efficiency, quality, and team success across the production floor.

Role Purpose

As Production Manager, you will take a proactive, floor-focused approach to leading daily operations. You'll foster a culture of teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement while mentoring staff and supporting hands-on production tasks. Your ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and lead by example will help shape the future of the department.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Daily Operations:
Coordinate day-to-day production activities to ensure targets are consistently achieved.
Job Quotation:
Prepare accurate quotations for new work to support workflow planning.
Mentorship:
Coach and mentor production staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety procedures.
Hands-On Involvement:
Support and participate in production tasks, motivating the team through active leadership.
Problem Solving:
Quickly identify and address production challenges with effective solutions.
Quality Assurance:
Maintain high standards of quality and oversee compliance with quality procedures.
Continuous Improvement:
Work with management to drive operational efficiencies and improvements.
Compliance:
Ensure all activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Key

Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience in production management within manufacturing or metal fabrication environments.
Strong practical skills with the ability to troubleshoot workshop machinery (e.g., CAD Punch, Press Brakes, Welding & Fabrication).
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
A proactive, hands-on leadership style and willingness to work on the production floor.
Effective communication and organisational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage shifting priorities.

Why Join Our Client?

This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to influence meaningful change and be part of a supportive, collaborative team. Your expertise will help shape production processes and contribute to long-term operational success.

If you're ready to take on an exciting and impactful leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now

Take the next step in your career and submit your application today. Join us and our client in driving excellence across the manufacturing process.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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