Production Manager
Blackburn, Lancashire | Full‑Time | Permanent | Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 + Benefits
The Role
Production Manager responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are achieved safely and efficiently. Works closely with internal teams to coordinate production schedules, manage resources, and maintain a consistent workflow across the site. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys problem‑solving and leading from the front.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, and manage daily and weekly production activities
- Ensure materials and resources are in place to meet production demands
- Monitor output and resolve production or capacity issues
- Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture
- Maintain accurate production records and KPIs
- Support stock control and work‑in‑progress tracking
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Manage, coach, and develop the production team
- Handle attendance, performance, and employee relations matters
- Support quality control and investigate production issues
Requirements
- Proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Confident leadership and communication ability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning systems
- Experience handling people‑related matters in line with HR processes
- Desirable: experience in timber, sawmilling, or heavy manufacturing
- Desirable: knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
- Desirable: understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000 – £45,000 per annum
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life assurance
- Pension scheme
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 8:15am – 5:00pm
- Friday: 8:15am – 4:00pm
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