A growing UK manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead and develop its production operation through a major growth phase.

This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for the full production process, team leadership, quality, health & safety, and cost control. The position offers genuine long-term progression into senior operational leadership.

Key Responsibilities

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Manage the full production lifecycle from order intake to dispatch

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Plan and schedule production to meet delivery deadlines

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Lead, develop, and motivate production teams

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Control labour, material, and overhead costs

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Ensure high standards of quality and health & safety

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Identify and implement process improvements

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Support the introduction of new products and equipment

Required Experience

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Proven experience as a Production / Manufacturing Manager

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Background in doors, windows, uPVC, composite products, or related manufacturing

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Strong people management and leadership skills

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Experience controlling production costs and budgets

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Hands-on approach in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Desirable

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Fenestration, uPVC, or composite door manufacturing experience

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Lean / continuous improvement exposure

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ERP / MRP system experience

What's on Offer

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Senior leadership role within a growing manufacturing business

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Clear long-term career progression

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Opportunity to build and shape a production operation

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Competitive salary package (disclosed at interview stage)