Production Manager (CNC)

Job Location: Poole, Dorset

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Depending on level of experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5.00pm & Friday 8.30am - 2.00pm

Are you a Production Manager with a passion for precision engineering and team leadership?

This is your chance to join a thriving, privately owned manufacturing company with over 50 years of success supplying high-quality machined components and ancillaries across diverse industrial sectors.

As Production Manager, you'll oversee approximately 35 staff across the shop floor, production planning, and engineering. You'll be the driving force behind operational excellence, team development, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities;

* Lead and schedule CNC machining operations

* Drive production targets and manage KPIs

* Maximise efficiency and productivity across manufacturing

* Ensure quality and compliance of all products

* Support new product development and process optimisation

* Champion best practices and continuous improvement initiatives

* Promote a strong health & safety culture

* Recruit, train, and mentor staff

What are we looking for;

* Proven leadership in CNC production (Turners & Millers)

* Experience as a Production Engineer, Supervisor, Manager, or Manufacturing Manager

* Strong communication and team-building skills

* Excellent planning and prioritisation abilities

* Deep understanding of quality assurance and compliance in manufacturing

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