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Production Manager

Plymouth Excellent Salary + Outstanding Benefits Package

Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Production Manager on behalf of a well-established and highly successful manufacturing business based in Plymouth.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a proven manufacturing professional looking to take ownership of an important production operation and play a key role in driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and business performance.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for leading production and planning teams, delivering operational targets, and ensuring the manufacturing function continues to evolve and perform at the highest level.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will have full accountability for the performance, capability, and continuous improvement of the manufacturing value stream. You will lead a skilled team within a complex engineering and manufacturing environment, ensuring the safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of production operations.

You will be instrumental in translating business strategy into operational execution, focusing on productivity, quality, delivery performance, employee engagement, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of production operations across machining and assembly functionsDrive performance against key operational KPIs including productivity, quality, cost, delivery and safetyManage and develop Production Team Leaders and Production Planning personnelEnsure effective production planning and scheduling aligned to customer demand and business objectivesLead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement activities across the operationImprove operational performance through data-driven decision making and process optimisationOversee resource planning, capacity management and shop floor executionTake ownership of departmental budgets, cost control, labour efficiency and operational expenditureSupport business growth through strategic planning, operational development and investment projectsWork closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Commercial teams to maximise value stream performanceChampion a positive culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvementLead organisational change and operational transformation programmes

About You

We are seeking an experienced manufacturing leader who combines strong operational expertise with excellent people management skills.

You will be comfortable leading leaders, influencing stakeholders at all levels, and driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Experience

Significant leadership experience within manufacturing, engineering, aerospace, defence, automotive or other precision production environmentsProven track record of improving operational performance and delivering measurable business resultsExperience leading production teams through periods of growth and changeStrong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and deploymentExcellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skillsStrong communication and stakeholder management capabilityAbility to interpret operational data and convert insights into practical improvement initiativesHigh levels of resilience, professionalism and leadership credibility

Desirable

Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering or a related disciplineILM Level 5/7 or similar leadership qualificationLean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certificationExperience within regulated manufacturing environments such as ISO9001, AS9100, ISO14001 or ISO45001Advanced ERP and production planning system experience

What's on Offer?

Up to £70,000 - DOE. Private health cover for the successful candidate, partner and any children.25 days holiday rising to 30 days after 12 monthsCompany Pension scheme: Basic: employee = 3.6% and Employer 4.5% = 8.1% / Advanced: employee = 6% and Employer 7.5% = 13.5%Life assurance cover - x2 salary on joining / x4 on joining the pension scheme (Basic) / x6 if maximum contribution (advanced) to the pension scheme.Free access to personal development training.

The successful candidate will work core hours of: Monday to Thursday 08:15am to 16:45pm & Friday's 08:15am to 13:30pm. Due to the senior nature of this position there will be occasions where the successful candidate will be required to work outside of these core working hours. The successful candidate will also be required to travel on occasion, possibly oversees, to visit suppliers, customers, attend training courses and / or exhibitions.

If you are an ambitious Production Manager looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership opportunity in Plymouth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Butler Rose for a confidential discussion.

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Quality Management System (QMS) Engineer

Plymouth £38,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Quality professional looking to take ownership of a Quality Management System within a successful manufacturing business? Do you enjoy driving continuous improvement, leading audits, and working with stakeholders across an organisation to improve quality, compliance, and operational performance?

We are recruiting for a Quality Management System (QMS) Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing organisation in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and developing the company's ISO 9001-certified Quality Management System while supporting wider business improvement initiatives during an exciting phase of growth for the business.

The Role

Reporting to the Quality Engineering Manager, you will take responsibility for maintaining, developing and continuously improving the Quality Management System across the business. Working closely with colleagues across multiple departments, you will provide guidance on quality best practice, support compliance activities, and drive improvements that enhance efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities will include:

Maintaining and improving the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001 requirements and business objectivesPlanning and conducting internal quality and process auditsSupporting external certification, customer and supplier auditsInvestigating non-conformances and leading root cause analysis activitiesManaging corrective and preventive actions through to completionLeading structured problem-solving activities using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, FMEA and IshikawaDeveloping, monitoring and reporting on quality and business KPIsCreating and maintaining procedures, work instructions, process maps and controlled documentationConducting gap analyses and implementing process improvements with key stakeholdersPromoting a culture of quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

ISO Internal Auditor qualificationProven experience maintaining and improving ISO-based Quality Management Systems within a manufacturing or engineering environmentStrong working knowledge of ISO 9001Experience of root cause analysis, 8D investigations and problem-solving methodologiesKnowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principlesExperience conducting internal audits and managing corrective actionsStrong analytical skills with experience developing and reporting KPIsExperience using ERP systems and business management softwareExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong Microsoft 365 and Excel skills

Desirable experience includes:

HNC in Engineering or a related disciplineISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualificationLean Six Sigma Green BeltKnowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001Experience with Power BI, SharePoint, Azure DevOps or similar business systemsExperience within a highly regulated manufacturing or engineering environmentKnowledge of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes

What's on Offer?

Company bonus scheme paid monthly33 days holiday including bank holidaysHoliday purchase schemeMatched pension contributions up to 5%Life assuranceHealth and wellbeing benefitsEmployee discounts platformOngoing training and career development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality professional who enjoys continuous improvement, problem solving and making a tangible impact within a growing manufacturing business.

Interested? Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Stock Accountant

Plymouth, Devon | Permanent | Full-Time

Butler Rose is proud to be partnering with a well-established and rapidly growing organisation in Plymouth to recruit a Stock Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that places significant emphasis on data-driven decision-making and operational excellence.

This role is ideally suited to an analytical finance professional who enjoys working with large data sets, investigating trends, and providing meaningful insight that influences commercial and operational decisions across the business.

The Role

Reporting into the finance function, the Stock Accountant will play a key role in monitoring, analysing, and controlling inventory across the organisation. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams, helping to ensure stock is accurately valued, efficiently managed, and effectively reported.

Key duties will include:

Producing detailed analysis of inventory performance, including stock levels, ageing profiles, trends, and key performance indicators.Identifying risks, opportunities, and anomalies within inventory data, providing clear recommendations to support business decision-making.Investigating stock discrepancies, determining root causes, and recommending corrective actions to minimise losses and improve controls.Developing forecasting and trend analysis to support future inventory planning and purchasing activities.Delivering insightful reporting and presenting findings to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of stock-related information within business systems.Supporting accurate stock valuation processes and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and financial controls.Assisting with stock counts and liaising with operational teams and auditors where required.Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing inventory controls, processes, and reporting capabilities.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a commercially aware and detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical capabilities and excellent stakeholder management skills.

You will ideally have:

Part-qualified accountant status or equivalent relevant experience.Advanced Excel skills and experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools.Experience analysing large and complex data sets.A strong understanding of stock accounting, inventory controls, and inventory-related reporting.Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software.Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders.Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across multiple business functions.

What's On Offer

Competitive salaryCompany pension schemeEmployee discount programmeCycle to work schemeLong service recognition awardsThe opportunity to join a successful and evolving organisation that offers genuine long-term career prospects.

If you are looking for a role where you can combine technical accounting knowledge with commercial analysis and business partnering, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today with a copy of your CV. For more info, please contact Matt Jones on [email protected]

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Temporary Accountant Job in Plymouth for 3 months

An exciting educational organisation in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Temporary Accountant to join its finance team on an interim basis until the end of December 2026.

This is a varied and hands-on role that will provide vital support across the finance function, offering exposure to a wide range of accounting and finance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Preparation of monthly management accounts
* Supporting year-end processes and statutory reporting requirements
* Assisting with audit preparation and responding to audit queries
* Financial forecasting and budget monitoring
* Providing guidance and support to School Finance Officers
* Assisting with project-based finance initiatives
* Performing financial analysis and reporting as required
* Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc accounting duties

About You:

* Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant
* Previous experience within an education, academy trust, school, charity or not-for-profit environment would be highly advantageous
* Strong management accounting and financial reporting skills
* Experience of year-end processes and audit preparation
* Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative finance team
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Good working knowledge of financial systems and Excel

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for your next interim assignment in Plymouth, Devon, and enjoy working in a purpose-driven environment, please contact me on [email protected]

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Part-Time Temporary Payroll Administrator

Location: Office-based
Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days per week
Contract: Temporary

Butler Rose are delighted to be recruiting for a Part-Time Temporary Payroll Administrator on behalf of a valued client. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking for a flexible role, working 2-3 days per week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end payroll process, including employee starters and leavers, payroll amendments, timesheet administration, holiday and sickness records, pension administration, and payroll reporting. You will also assist with payroll compliance, HMRC submissions, and employee payroll queries.

Skills & Experience Required:

Previous payroll administration experienceKnowledge of payroll legislation, HMRC submissions, and pension processesExperience processing starters, leavers, and contractual changesStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to manage multiple payroll-related records and spreadsheetsExperience with payroll software and Microsoft ExcelExcellent organisational and communication skills

This role would suit a highly organised payroll professional who can work independently and maintain accuracy in a busy payroll environment.

Please apply with a copy of your CV. For more info, please contact Matt Jones on [email protected]

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant to join the finance team of a large and highly successful business at their Head Office in Plymouth. This role will see you take responsibility for several cost centres - ensuring all expenditure is accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills, great attention to detail, and a passion for financial accuracy to join a well-established organisation with a supportive and collaborative working culture.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of a selection of cost centres and balance sheet codes

Post and evidence monthly accruals, prepayments and other journals as required

Analyse costs versus budgets and communicate key variances to the Finance Manager team

Process company expenses and credit card expenditure

Code expenditure invoices via the data capture system, ensuring payment deadlines are met

Conduct aged creditor reviews and supplier statement reconciliations

Support budgeting and reforecasting activities

Play a key role in meeting month-end and year-end deadlines

Undertake ad-hoc finance tasks as required

Skills & Requirements

Financial qualification (AAT or equivalent) preferred

Previous experience within a similar finance or accounts role

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail

Confident IT user with intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Ability to work 5 days a week in officeBenefits

Pension scheme

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

If you're a motivated finance professional looking for your next step within a thriving business, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply or contact Matt Jones on [email protected] for more info.

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Role: Payroll Executive

Location: Plymouth

Salary: £30,000-35,000, dependent on experience.

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to expand your skill set in a dynamic and supportive environment? Butler Rose is recruiting for a Payroll Executive to join a thriving organisation in Plymouth.

The Role
As a Payroll Executive, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of payroll processes for three group companies, while also contributing to essential financial and administrative tasks. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Managing end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Submitting Real Time Information (RTI) to HMRC.Processing pension contributions and maintaining auto-enrolment compliance.Resolving payroll queries with professionalism and discretion.Supporting financial activities, including invoicing, reconciliations, and month-end processes.Contributing to the enhancement of internal controls and systems.

Skills and Experience
Essential

Proven experience in running end-to-end payroll.Proficiency in Sage 50 Payroll or similar software.Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.Advanced Excel skills.

Desirable

A recognised payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP).Experience managing payroll for multiple entities.Familiarity with financial systems and journal posting.

What We're Looking For
A diligent, dependable professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment and demonstrates a proactive approach to problem-solving. Exceptional communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement are a must.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about payroll and finance, looking to make an impact in a growing organisation.

How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, Butler Rose wants to hear from you. Submit your CV or get in touch today.

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Assembly Operator

Salary: £29,919.58 per annum (including 20% shift premium)

Shift Pattern:

Alternating weekly shifts, Monday to Friday 6:00am to 2:00pm and 2:00pm to 10:00pm

Our client a world-renowned manufacturer with a site in Plymouth is seeking Assembly Operators to join their manufacturing team, assembling precision-engineered hydraulic pumps and motors within a fast-paced production environment.

The Role

Assemble hydraulic pumps and motors in accordance with standard operating procedures.Ensure products meet quality and health & safety standards.Test hydraulic units to customer specifications following appropriate training.Complete production paperwork accurately and on time.Achieve hourly production and KPI targets.Follow production control procedures at all times.Report machine breakdowns and production abnormalities.Maintain excellent housekeeping and 5S standards.Support continuous improvement initiatives.Carry out daily quality and production checks.Provide flexibility to support production requirements.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.Ability to work towards production targets.Ability to follow written work instructions.Experience completing paperwork accurately and on time.Flexible and adaptable approach.Strong team player.Basic problem-solving skills.Willingness to work overtime when required.

What's on Offer?

Competitive salary including 20% shift premium.Monday to Friday working pattern.Overtime opportunities.25 day holidays + bank holidaysCompany pension planLong-term career opportunity within a successful manufacturing business.

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