Production Manager

Production Manager – Chemical Manufacturing
West Yorkshire
Monday – Friday days
£50,000 + car

Elevation Recruitment are supporting a market leading chemical manufacturer in their search for a Production Manager to join their facility in West Yorkshire. This is fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional with a strong background in industrial chemical processes and production management. You’ll play a key role in ensuring goods are produced efficiently, on time, within budget, and to exacting quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities of the Production Manager include:

• Plan, organise, and control daily production schedules
• Determine staffing and material requirements to meet production targets
• Oversee equipment usage, maintenance, and procurement recommendations
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Uphold and ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards
• Monitor product quality and lead continuous process improvements
• Prepare and maintain detailed production reports and KPIs
• Manage production budgets and implement cost control measures
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, distribution, and other departments
• Lead and support team development through performance reviews and feedback
• Assist in audits, investigations, and support management systems as required

We’re looking for Production Managers with the below skills & experience:

• Previous experience in industrial chemical manufacturing
• Strong background in leading production teams
• Proven knowledge of manufacturing and production techniques
• Familiarity with chemical engineering principles and equipment/tools
• Attention to detail and process optimisation
• Sound understanding of health & safety compliance standards
• Strong computer literacy
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Strong communication and influencing skills

For further details on this role, please reach out to Emma Bartholomew or Jonny Powell directly