Plant Production Manager

Full Time
On-Site
£45,000 - £55,000

Job Description

🚨 Now Hiring: Production Manager
📍 Location: London, East
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

I’m recruiting on behalf of an exciting and innovative engineering business seeking a Production Manager to support their cutting-edge submerged manufacturing facility.
This is a hands-on role ideal for a mechanically minded professional with a passion for production support, preventive maintenance, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.


🔧 Key Responsibilities for the Production Manager job:

  • Provide mechanical support for submerged plant production equipment and processes.
  • Plan and execute preventative maintenance and calibration schedules independently.
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation (PPMs, calibration certificates, RAMS, etc.).
  • Lead troubleshooting and resolution of equipment breakdowns (e.g., chambers, engraving machines).
  • Use SAP to manage asset tracking, tooling databases, and raise/track SPRs.
  • Support New Product Introductions (NPI) and production ramp-ups (NRP).
  • Promote Lean/6S practices and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Act as a mentor and promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and accountability.

🧠 Key skills and experience for the Production Manager job:

  • Strong mechanical background in a manufacturing environment.
  • Skilled in diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
  • Knowledge of SAP and structured documentation systems.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally with quality, engineering, and inventory teams.
  • Committed to continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and safety-first culture.

Shift Pattern: Weekend Rotation (33 hours/week)

  • Friday to Sunday
    • Days: 06:00 – 17:45 (2 weeks)
    • Nights: 18:00 – 05:45 (2 weeks)

💡 Why Join?

  • Compressed workweeks – enjoy 4 days off regularly
  • Opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking, high-tech engineering business
  • Autonomy, challenge, and support in equal measure
  • Make a real impact on production success and operational excellence

📩 Interested? Let’s Talk.
If this sounds like your next role, apply now or message me directly for a confidential chat.

Job Description

Date Posted

July 17, 2025

Country

United Kingdom

Category

Production

Salary Range

£45,000 - £55,000

Industry

Telecommunications

Job Owner

Scott Newcomen
snewcomen@octagongroup.co.uk

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