2020 Recruitment are partnering with an international engineering company to appoint a Production Manager to their Glenrothes facility.
This is a permanent position and would be suited for someone coming from an engineering machinist or planning background.
This role is pivotal in ensuring that production goals are met efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards.
The Role
As the Production Manager you will oversee and optimize the manufacturing and production processes within the organisation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment and enjoys tackling challenges with a proactive approach.
Duties and Responsibilities
As the Production Manager your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Plan, organise, and oversee production schedules to meet organisational objectives and customer demand.
- Manage resources, including manpower, machinery, and materials, to optimize productivity and reduce downtime.
- Implement and uphold quality assurance standards to ensure that products meet or exceed expectations.
- Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and drive operational excellence.
- Lead, develop, and motivate the production team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Coordinate and communicate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, engineering, etc., to ensure seamless production workflows.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations throughout the production processes.
- Develop and manage production budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and profitability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any production issues or bottlenecks in a timely manner.
Requirements
Too be considered for the Production Manager role you must have the following:
- Proven experience in production management or a related field, with a track record of driving efficiency and quality improvements.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.
- Excellent organisational and planning abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on deadlines.
- In-depth knowledge of production techniques, equipment, and quality control procedures.
- Analytical mindset, with the capability to use data for decision-making and process optimisation.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in production management software and tools is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory)
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a production management role or equivalent within a similar environment.
Package
As the Production Manager you will be offered the following:
- Salary of £40k - £60k DOE
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Fuel card/car allowance
- Private health care
- Free gym membership
- 33 days holiday
- Monday to Friday dayshift only
Apply
To apply for this position please send a CV to Robert at 2020 Recruitment.