Production Manager

Production Manager Location: Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire Salary: £55,000 - £58,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Production Manager to lead and oversee all production activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who is passionate about operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams. Reporting into senior management, you will be responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively while maintaining the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Manage and optimise production schedules, resources, and capacity. * Drive operational performance through KPI monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives. * Lead, coach, and develop production teams to maximise productivity and engagement. * Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards. * Oversee performance management, training, and employee development. * Support ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 compliance. * Prepare operational reports and implement improvement plans. Requirements * Minimum 2 years' experience as a Production Manager within manufacturing. * Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 6S. * Strong leadership and people management skills. * Experience working with Microsoft Office, SAP, or other ERP systems. * Track record of delivering operational KPI targets. * IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or equivalent). * Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. What's on Offer? * £55,000 - £58,000 * 5% matched pension scheme, Christmas shut down, discounted gym membership * Career development opportunities. * A chance to make a real impact within a growing manufacturing business. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Emma Hardman for a confidential discussion INDENM