Production Manager

Production Manager
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Salary: £45,000 - £49,800 OTE per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm, plus 1 in 2 Saturdays (business needs dependent)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Production Manager to join one of the UK's leading insurance-led Accident Repair Centres based in York.
This role would suit an experienced Production Manager, Workshop Controller, Assistant Bodyshop Manager or Bodyshop Manager looking to join a modern, well-equipped Accident Repair Centre with excellent career progression and ongoing manufacturer training.

In the role as the Production Manager, you will work alongside the Bodyshop Manager to ensure the workshop operates efficiently, delivering high-quality repairs whilst maintaining excellent productivity, repair cycle times and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the Accident Repair Centre.
• Deputise for the Bodyshop Manager when required.
• Manage workshop productivity, quality and repair cycle times.
• Lead and support Panel Beaters, MET Technicians and Paint Technicians.
• Carry out quality control inspections to manufacturer standards.
• Plan workloads to ensure repairs are completed on time.
• Mentor and develop the workshop team.
• Assist with parts ordering and workshop administration.
• Work closely with Estimators, Parts and Customer Service Advisors.
• Ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained.

About You To be considered for this Production Manager role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Production Manager, Workshop Controller, Assistant Bodyshop Manager or similar within an Accident Repair Centre.
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicle body repair and Bodyshop operations.
• Excellent leadership, organisation and people management skills.
• Experience managing workshop productivity and repair quality.
• The ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• A full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• £45,000 - £49,800 OTE per annum.
• 33 days annual leave including Bank Holidays.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Life Insurance.
• Health Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Enhanced family-friendly benefits.
• Employee recognition and reward scheme.
• Retail discounts and cashback.
• Fully funded European manufacturer training.
• Ongoing career development and progression.
• Modern, well-equipped Accident Repair Centre.

If you're an experienced Production Manager looking for your next career move within an Accident Repair Centre in York, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Talent Connect today to discuss this excellent opportunity.