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Production Manager

Contract

Permanent

Location

Nottinghamshire, Nottinghamshire

Salary

£55,000

Production Manager - Engineering Manufacturing
Nottinghamshire | Nuclear, Defence, Aerospace & Energy
Permanent
Circa £55,000 p.a + benefits 


EMBS Engineering is working in an exclusive partnership with a Midlands-based engineering manufacturer supplying high-integrity machined parts, assemblies and fabrications into highly regulated sectors, who is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead shop floor performance.

The company has experienced considerable growth over the years and is at a unique point in their journey, creating a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to join the business and help move the company to new heights.
 

Role Overview:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the shop floor, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient production while delivering against customer commitments, KPIs and business strategy.


What's on offer:

  • Stability & Longevity - Permanent position
  • Competitive salary - Circa £55,000 p.a
  • Hours: 39 per week - early finish on Fridays
  • Company bonus scheme
  • 25 days holiday
  • My EAP
  • Healthshield care plan
  • Sick pay + much more

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead shop floor operations, daily reviews and Gemba walks
  • Drive OTIF, productivity, quality and efficiency
  • Manage route card adherence, time studies and capacity planning
  • Coach and develop team leaders and operators
  • Ensure H&S, quality and regulatory compliance
  • Own delivery performance, invoiced outputs and departmental KPIs
  • Support capital investment planning aligned to forecast demand


Key Metrics:

OTIF (>90%), factory efficiency (>90%), cost of quality (≤1.5%), productive hours (>5,000/month), RFT batch production, attendance (>95%).


Candidate Profile:

  • Proven Production / Manufacturing Manager experience
  • Worked within an SME environment
  • Background in precision engineering, advanced manufacturing or similar regulated industries
  • Sound working knowledge of running a Machine Shop environment with CNC capabilities
  • Strong shop floor leadership and a continuous improvement mindset
  • Comfortable managing KPIs, capacity and performance reporting
  •  


Why Join:

Stable, privately backed business with a strong UK supply-chain heritage, ongoing investment in people and technology, and work that directly supports defence, energy and aerospace sectors.


If you are interested in applying for the Production Manager vacancy, please submit your most up to date CV to James@embstalent.co.uk

 
EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role.

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