Company: AWD RECRUITMENT LTD
Location: Moulton
Posted: May 1st, 2026
Manufacturing Production Manager
A fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations, production planning and workflow management within a busy factory environment. Ideal for someone with strong leadership, quality control and continuous improvement experience.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Factory Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Operations Manager, Joinery Supervisor, Joinery Manager, Joinery Manufacturing Production Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Workshop Manager
SALARY: £38,000 - £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits
LOCATION: Corby, Northamptonshire, East Midlands
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday 7am – 4pm, Fridays 7am – 1pm
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Manufacturing Production Manager to support the Factory Manager in delivering efficient, high-quality manufacturing operations.
As a Manufacturing Production Manager you will take ownership of day-to-day production activities, ensuring production schedules, workflow and output targets are consistently achieved across all departments.
The Manufacturing Production Manager will work closely with coordinators, logistics and contracts teams to maintain operational excellence, drive continuous improvement and ensure customer deadlines are met.
This role requires strong leadership, production planning expertise and a proactive approach to problem-solving within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the Manufacturing Production Manager include:
Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules aligned to capacity and customer orders
Operational Oversight: Take ownership of all factory departments ensuring efficient workflow and output
Performance Management: Support and hold Department Coordinators accountable for delivery against production plans
Workflow Coordination: Ensure all Works Orders move efficiently through each stage of production
Issue Resolution: Identify bottlenecks, delays and inefficiencies and implement corrective actions
Cross-Department Collaboration: Liaise with logistics and contracts teams to meet delivery deadlines
Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of quality control and ensure compliance with specifications
Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of zero waste, reducing reworks and improving processes
KPI Reporting: Monitor and report on production performance and key metrics
Leadership Cover: Act as deputy to the Factory Manager when required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Proven experience in a senior production or operations management role within manufacturing
Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling and Works Order systems
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong leadership and communication skills with experience motivating teams
Experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Knowledge of quality standards and compliance processes (e.g. ISO procedures)
Understanding of health and safety regulations within a factory environment
Ability to analyse performance data and implement improvements
Experience coaching and developing team members
Must have joinery qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in Carpentry & Joinery or City & Guilds Covering Bench Joinery, Workshop) or equivalent qualification
Must have knowledge covering external joinery, fire doorsets, panels and cabinets
DESIRABLE
Lean Six Sigma certified highly desirable
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14602
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