Production Manager – Manchester

The Recruitment Co
Production Manager – Specialising in Compliance

Location: Tameside
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Day shift)

A well-established SME manufacturing company is seeking a highly organized and experienced Production Manager to support the Managing Director (MD) in coordinating the daily factory operations and ensuring full compliance across the company. This is a key role with significant responsibility in both production management and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Resource Management:

• Materials Management: Forecasting, reordering, and resourcing materials.
• Quality Control (QC): Conduct regular checks, assessments, and internal audits to uphold production standards. Monitor quality control to minimize delays and issues.
• Training & Induction: Oversee the onboarding and training of new staff. Maintain and coordinate the training matrix across departments.
• Daily Operations: Provide hands-on support in the day-to-day running of the production department.

Compliance & Health & Safety:

• Health & Safety Management: Take full responsibility for health and safety across all departments. Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Audit Coordination: Plan and execute internal and external audits on an annual basis.
• Equipment Management: Manage servicing and maintenance for all machinery. Renew and renegotiate machinery contracts as needed.

Key Requirements:

• Health & Safety Expertise: NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management is preferable.
• Organization & Communication: Strong administrative and communication skills are essential.
• Negotiation & Administrative Skills: Proven experience in negotiating and managing contracts and administrative tasks.
• Production Experience: Experience in a supervisory role within a production environment is beneficial but not essential.

Opportunity for Growth:

There is potential for this role to grow, supporting the MD further in the administration and coordination of production departments and additional projects