via Reed · 1 October 2026 ·2 days ago

Production Manager

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment
West Bridgford Full-time GBP 60,000 – 60,000
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Great career opportunity for an experienced Production Manager / Manufacturing Manager to join a successful global company at their manufacturing site in South Nottingham, operating within the precision engineering sector.

As Production Manager, you will have responsibility for all production areas on site, managing a team of approximately 70 people and work with the overall Site Manager.

This is a genuinely hands-on Production Manager role. The company is looking for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, working closely with teams, making daily operational decisions and driving projects and improvements – rather than being sat behind a desk all day.

Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement are key priorities for the site, so a strong understanding of Lean / CI principles is essential. A Six Sigma qualification or similar would be highly advantageous.

You don't need to have worked as a CNC operator, but you must have previous management or supervisory experience within a precision engineering / CNC manufacturing environment.

Salary & Benefits

  • c£60k salary

  • £650 per month car allowance

  • Up to 10% bonus

  • Great onsite café

  • Small onsite gym

  • Global engineering business with excellent career opportunities

Responsibilities
  • Overall responsibility for production performance, ensuring quality, delivery, cost and safety targets are achieved.

  • Set and monitor production goals and performance expectations.

  • Maximise machine utilisation and promote a strong TPM culture.

  • Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

  • Manage production cost centres and identify cost reduction opportunities.

  • Ensure effective communication and collaboration across Production and other departments.

  • Work closely with Supply Chain on Make vs Buy decisions.

  • Support the introduction of new technologies, working with global teams where required.

  • Conduct appraisals and develop talent across the production team.

Experience Required
  • Proven experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Production Supervisor within precision engineering.

  • Experience managing teams in a CNC / precision manufacturing environment.

  • 5+ years' people management experience.

  • Strong understanding of production planning, quality, engineering, Lean, finance, HR and IT.

  • Practical experience of Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Engineering / Manufacturing degree advantageous but not essential.

  • Six Sigma qualification advantageous.

If you're an experienced Production Manager / Manufacturing Manager looking for a hands-on role within a progressive precision engineering environment, please apply or contact Stuart Cooper at Wagstaff Recruitment for further details.

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