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.