Job Description:

Production Manager
Salary: £50,000pa - £55,000pa + benefits
Location: Reading Contract type: Permanent, 40 hours per week
Annual leave: 33 days holiday , including bank holidays
Annual bonus
5% Pension
 
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Production Manager to lead, manage and develop production teams, ensuring operational excellence, resource efficiency, and continuous improvement across the site.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and resolve production issues.
• Monitor and report on KPIs, recommending actions to improve efficiency and quality.
• Plan and coordinate production resources to meet targets and deadlines.
• Develop and manage budgets, controlling costs and productivity.
• Lead, motivate, and develop teams, managing performance, absence, and health & safety compliance.

 
Skills & Experience:

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Excellent analytical and organisational abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Customer-focused, proactive, and results-driven.

 
Other benefits:

• Private medical
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site parking