Production Manager

Futures are recruiting a Production Manager on behalf of a growing assembly-focused manufacturing business that is entering an exciting phase of expansion and operational development. As Production Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of assembly and manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

You will play a central role in driving operational improvements, embedding lean manufacturing practices, developing team capability, and helping scale production processes in line with business growth.

The successful candidate will be a visible leader on the shop floor, capable of building strong relationships across departments while creating a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing and assembly operations to ensure production plans and customer delivery requirements are achieved.
• Manage production schedules, labour planning, and resource allocation to maximise efficiency and output.
• Monitor KPIs relating to safety, quality, productivity, downtime, scrap, and delivery performance.
• Ensure production activities operate in line with company procedures, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
• Support capacity planning and operational readiness as the business continues to grow.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives across the production environment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, improve flow, and increase productivity.
• Lead continuous improvement activities including 5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis, visual management, and standardised work.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership teams to improve operational performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing operation.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse production team across multiple shifts or departments.
• Create an inclusive and positive working environment that encourages engagement and accountability.
• Conduct performance management, coaching, training, and succession planning activities.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce development as production demands increase.
• Encourage strong communication and teamwork across all levels of the business.

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