Assistant Production Manager

Job Role: Assistant Production Manager
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: £40-£50k per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Day Shift

Benefits

Career progression
Early finish every Friday
Additional day's holiday after 5 years' service
Permanent position
Opportunity to develop within a growing manufacturing businessAbout the Company

Our client is a specialist sheet metal fabrication company providing high-quality manufacturing and engineering solutions to customers across a variety of industries.

The company prides itself on delivering precision-built products, excellent workmanship and reliable service, working closely with clients to meet bespoke fabrication requirements.

Operating from a modern workshop environment, they undertake a wide range of sheet metal and fabrication work using industry-standard equipment and processes, including laser cutting, press brake forming and welding. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency and attention to detail, the company continues to grow and develop its manufacturing operations.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Assistant Production Manager to support the day-to-day running of the production department.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Production Manager to join a busy and growing manufacturing company based in the Leicestershire area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing or fabrication professional looking to take the next step in their career.

The ideal candidate will have a strong hands-on background within sheet metal fabrication, with practical experience in press brake operation, laser cutting and welding. You will support the Production Manager with the smooth and efficient running of the workshop, helping to ensure production targets, quality standards and customer deadlines are achieved.

You will play an important role in coordinating the production team, monitoring workflow and maintaining high standards of workmanship across the department.

Duties Include

Supporting the Production Manager with the day-to-day running of the workshop
Coordinating and overseeing production activities to ensure jobs are completed on time
Planning and monitoring workflow across laser cutting, press brake and welding/fabrication
Assisting with the allocation of work and prioritising production requirements
Providing technical support and guidance to workshop staff where required
Ensuring products are manufactured to the required quality standards
Monitoring production output, quality and efficiency
Identifying and resolving production issues and bottlenecks
Carrying out quality checks and ensuring non-conforming work is addressed
Liaising with other departments to ensure production schedules are maintained
Ensuring machinery, tools and equipment are used safely and correctly
Promoting good housekeeping and maintaining a safe working environment
Supporting the training and development of production staff
Working hands-on within the production environment when requiredAbout You

The successful candidate will ideally have a strong background within sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing, together with previous experience in a supervisory, team leader or production-based role.

Essential experience includes:

Practical experience with press brake machinery
Experience with laser cutting
Strong MIG and/or TIG welding experience
Previous experience within a sheet metal or fabrication environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering/technical drawings
Good understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes
Experience coordinating or supervising production activities
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Good organisational and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritise workloads and meet production deadlines
Good communication and teamwork skills
A reliable, hands-on and proactive approach to workThe ideal candidate will be someone who understands the complete fabrication process, from laser cutting and press brake forming through to welding and final assembly, and who is confident supporting and coordinating a busy production team.

This role would suit an experienced Fabricator, Welder, Press Brake Operator, Laser Operator, Chargehand, Team Leader or Supervisor looking to progress into an Assistant Production Manager position.

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