Production Manager - Head of Department

Production Manager (Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday to Friday)
Salary: Up to £53,981 per annum (inclusive of shift premium) + monthly and yearly bonuses

Butler Rose is working with a respected manufacturing business in Plymouth to recruit a dynamic and experienced leader to manage key production areas for the evening shift.

The Role

As the Production Department Manager, you'll take full accountability for overseeing multiple operational zones within the facility. This hands-on leadership role is critical in ensuring production targets are met with efficiency, safety, and exceptional quality. You'll be a key driver of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and team development.

This position is based on-site and operates Monday to Friday during the evening shift (15:00 - 23:00).

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead and support Team Leaders to ensure seamless daily operations.
  • Set a high standard of conduct through professional leadership.
  • Promote a culture of growth through coaching, development plans, and performance reviews.
  • Enforce company policies with a firm commitment to compliance and accountability.
  • Cultivate a proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Operational Oversight

  • Ensure staffing, materials, and resources are ready to meet production schedules.
  • Achieve and maintain production KPIs, efficiency targets, and output quality.
  • Continuously monitor workflows and implement OEE, 6S, and TPM initiatives.
  • Manage recovery plans to ensure minimal disruption when delays occur.

Health, Safety & Quality

  • Uphold a safety-first approach across all operations.
  • Maintain risk assessments and oversee safety audit processes.
  • Address production issues with structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
  • Encourage waste reduction and sustainability practices.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Maintain clear, consistent communication across teams and departments.
  • Collaborate with departments such as Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to optimise operations.
  • Actively contribute to meetings that support wider business objectives.

Workforce Planning & Compliance

  • Oversee workforce planning, including onboarding, scheduling, and absence management.
  • Monitor skill levels using internal matrix systems.
  • Conduct return-to-work meetings and support HR processes when needed.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in both physical and digital formats.

What We're Looking For

  • Background in a production or manufacturing leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of safety regulations, quality standards, and lean practices.
  • Confident with production systems and general IT tools.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of mechanical engineering or manufacturing systems is a plus.
  • A management qualification (CMI Level 3 or working towards it) is desirable.

Package

  • Salary up to £53,981 per annum (inclusive of shift premium)
  • A company wide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality
  • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme
  • Life insurance 3 x your salary
  • Pension contributions matched to 5%
  • Health care

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£50,000 - £53,000
Per annum
GBP50000.00 - GBP53000.00 per annum + Bonus

Plymouth

Permanent

Added 10/04/2025

Production Manager - Head of Department

Plymouth
Permanent

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