Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 50,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Bournemouth
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply has been engaged to recruit a Production Manager for a FMCG/Manufacturing company based in Dorset. You will be essential to maintaining high-quality standards, ensuring smooth workflows, and achieving production targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership:
The Production Manager will play a critical role in identifying and nurturing talent within the company. They will direct and support production staff, including training, daily supervision, and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
Peak Season and Temporary Workforce Management:
This role requires excellent workforce planning skills, as the successful candidate will be responsible for effectively managing an additional seasonal workers during peak production months.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure products meet customer and company standards by coordinating with Quality Control and Technical departments to uphold high-quality standards.
Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:
Work closely with the Warehouse and Supply Chain teams to ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available, managing stock levels and preventing delays.
Process Improvement:
Identify areas for efficiency improvement, implement Lean or similar methodologies, and promote continuous improvement initiatives.
Efficiency & Cost Control:
Work closely with senior leadership to implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and efficiency in production.
Crisis Management & Problem Solving:
Quickly identify and address production challenges, implementing contingency plans when necessary.
Health & Safety Compliance:
Maintain a safe and organised production environment, enforce health and safety regulations, and ensure machinery and equipment are properly maintained.
Data Analysis & Reporting:
Track key performance indicators (KPIs), prepare daily and monthly production reports, and communicate updates to senior management