Production Manager

Are you an experienced Production Manager with a strong background in manufacturing leadership? Do you thrive in fast-paced engineering environments and have a passion for driving safety, quality, performance, and continuous improvement?
We are looking a Production Manager (Switchgear Manufacturing) in Co. Derry for a full-Time, permanent role.
£60,000 - £65,000 + Benefits,

Due to continued growth, our client, a highly respected and innovative engineering manufacturer serving critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Production Manager to lead a large-scale switchgear production operation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll play a key role in shaping production performance, developing frontline leaders, and delivering operational excellence across a growing manufacturing facility.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take responsibility for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations within a busy switchgear production environment.
Managing a team of Team Leaders and overseeing a production workforce of approximately 120 employees, you will ensure the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of high-quality products while driving a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, coach and develop Team Leaders and production personnel to achieve operational targets.
* Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity metrics.
* Manage production planning, labour allocation, resources and workflow to meet customer and project deadlines.
* Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
* Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Stores, Logistics and Project teams to optimise operational performance.
* Monitor and report on key production KPIs, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions where required.
* Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, capacity constraints, material shortages and quality issues.
* Champion Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement initiatives and waste reduction projects.
* Support recruitment, training, succession planning and performance management activities.
* Contribute to operational strategy, budget control and long-term capacity planning initiatives.
About You
Essential Experience
* Proven experience as a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, or similar senior leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
* Experience leading large production teams through Team Leaders, Supervisors or Line Managers.
* Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, labour utilisation and manufacturing performance management.
* Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and develop frontline leaders.
* Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within manufacturing environments.
* Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems and production KPIs to drive decision-making and performance improvements.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on operational excellence.
Desirable
* Experience within switchgear manufacturing, electrical assemblies, power distribution equipment, control panels, LV/HV systems or related sectors.
* Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or Business qualification.
* Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S or Continuous Improvement experience.
* Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing compliance requirements.
* Experience supporting operational growth, factory expansion or transformation projects.
What's on Offer?
* Salary of £60,000 - £65,000 DOE
* Senior leadership position with significant operational influence
* Opportunity to lead a large manufacturing team within a growing business
* Friday early finish (12pm)
* Private Medical Insurance (family options available)
* Life Assurance (3x salary)
* Employer Pension Contribution
* 30 Days Annual Leave
* Ongoing Professional Development & Training
* Positive, collaborative workplace culture

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If you're an ambitious manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge and have the skills to drive operational excellence within a complex engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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