Production Manager

Production Manager – Own the Plant

Location: Birmingham | Salary: £55,000 – £58,000 + Car Allowance & Bonus

Are you a target-driven leader ready to take full ownership of operational performance? Do you thrive when you are in the driver's seat of a critical manufacturing facility?

Cruise Control Recruitment is looking for a high-calibre Production Manager to oversee plant reliability, output, and continuous improvement in a dynamic Birmingham-based environment. This is a high-impact role where your leadership directly shapes the business's success, safety standards, and bottom line.

The Rewards

We value your expertise and commitment, and we offer a comprehensive package to match:

• Competitive Salary: £55,000 – £58,000 per annum.

• Car Allowance: £4,500.

• Performance Incentives: Quarterly bonus structure.

• Well-being: Private Bupa healthcare included.

• Development: Clear pathways for professional growth and leadership advancement.

Your Role: Driving Operational Excellence

Reporting directly to the Business Unit Manager, you will lead a dedicated team of 20 professionals (including Team Leaders and Senior Lab Technicians) while working a Continental shift pattern.

Your core focus areas will include:

• P&L & Output Accountability: Managing daily budgets, throughput rates, standard hours, and recovery planning.

• Operational Improvement: Championing "Zero Harm" and "Zero Defects" through robust Lean, 6S, and Six Sigma initiatives.

• Leadership: Mentoring, motivating, and developing your team to ensure peak performance.

• Strategic Execution: Translating high-level business goals into daily, measurable actions on the shop floor.

• Safety Culture: Maintaining rigorous compliance and driving a proactive safety-first mindset.

What You Bring to the Table

You are an experienced manager who understands that success is found in the details of the metrics.

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated success in a fast-paced manufacturing or operations environment.

• Data-Driven: Deep understanding of production metrics, KPIs, and quality management.

• Methodology Expert: Practical, hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and 6S.

• People Person: Exceptional ability to lead, inspire, and manage diverse teams.

• Problem Solver: A decisive leader who remains calm and effective under pressure.

• Desirable: IOSH qualification (though full training can be provided on-site).

Apply Today

Demand for this position is expected to be high, and we are looking to interview qualified candidates immediately.

Ready to own your metrics and drive performance at a senior level?

• Click "Apply Now" to submit your application.

• For questions or further information, please contact Clayton Cruise at Cruise Control Recruitment.

Cruise Control Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. The advertised salary is the bracket available; final compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and skill set.