Production Manager - SME Manufacturing & Engineering

Production Operations Leadership within Metals-based Manufacturing
West Midlands | Full-Time On-Site
Competitive Salary up to £55K + Strong Benefits

Can you lead from the front and drive performance in a fast-paced, multi-process manufacturing environment? We're looking for a dynamic Production Manager to take control of daily operations, energise the shopfloor, and help us deliver outstanding quality and service across multiple sectors.

About the Business
This established SME manufactures high-quality pressed, fabricated, and welded assemblies for a wide mix of industries including automotive, off-highway, and aerospace. With strong order books, investment in new kit, and a growing team, it's a great time to join and help shape the next phase of growth.

Your Role
As Production Manager, you'll be responsible for running the day-to-day manufacturing operation-leading teams, improving processes, and ensuring that every job hits spec, hits schedule, and hits the mark.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate production across multiple cells and processes (presswork, fabrication, welding)
• Drive daily performance on output, quality, safety, and delivery
• Develop a strong, motivated shopfloor team with clear goals and accountability
• Identify and deliver process improvements-lean, flow, waste reduction
• Work closely with planning, engineering, and quality to ensure smooth workflow and issue resolution

What You'll Bring

• Solid experience in a hands-on Production or Operations Management role in a fabrication or engineering environment
• Background in metal forming, welding, or assembly is a strong advantage
• Natural leader-firm but fair, clear communicator, builds trust and respect on the shopfloor
• Strong understanding of KPI management, workflow planning, and lean principles
• Calm under pressure, sleeves rolled up, and driven to deliver results

What's On Offer

• Operational leadership role in a busy, growing SME with lots of autonomy
• Scope to make real improvements and leave your mark
• Supportive team, strong customer base, and real career potential
• Competitive salary + benefits

Ready to take charge and make production flow like clockwork?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion quoting reference number 10019.