Job Description: Production Manager
Contract type: Permanent/ Full-time
Location: Lanark, Scotland (On-site)
Salary: Competitive (open to negotiation depending on experience)
Company Overview: Talent Media is proud to partner exclusively with a leading precision engineering firm in Lanark. This company specializes in manufacturing high-quality components for the aerospace, defence, medical, and energy sectors. Celebrating 31 years of excellence, this firm recently transitioned to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), ensuring its legacy and commitment to its employees. With a turnover of 8 million and 51 skilled employees, the company prides itself on superior customer service, quality, and innovation.
Mission and Values:
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Mission: To provide precision-manufactured products to quality-critical industries, fostering profitable growth through superior customer service and continuous investment in people, quality, and innovation.
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Values: Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment.
Role Overview: Due to growth, expansion, and internal promotions, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Manager to join this dynamic team. As a Production Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the production team, ensuring efficient operations, and driving continuous improvement. Your expertise in manufacturing and aerospace, coupled with your understanding of ERP systems and financial planning, will be crucial in maintaining our standards of excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee daily production activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
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Develop and implement effective planning tools using ERP systems.
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Manage cross-functional teams, including Production, Logistics, and Improvement.
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Understand and manage Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and financial planning.
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Ensure adherence to Rolls-Royce processes and procedures.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality.
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Foster a culture of teamwork and development within the production team.
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Support and align with the goals of the Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
Key Skills and Qualifications:
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Proven experience in a Production Manager role within manufacturing, particularly in the aerospace sector.
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Strong cross-functional experience, including Production, Logistics, and Improvement.
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Proficient in ERP systems and effective planning tools (EFAC’s v8.6 is desirable)
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Solid understanding of P&L and financial planning.
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Demonstrated ability to lead multi-functional teams and deliver results.
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Familiarity with Rolls-Royce processes and procedures is desirable.
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Commercial awareness and understanding of Long-Term Agreements (LTA).
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Ambitious with a strong drive and willingness to succeed.
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Decisive with a readiness to take responsibility.
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Ability to teach and develop team members towards success.
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Understanding of EOT structures and their objectives.
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Private healthcare.
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Company pension.
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Opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, employee-owned company.
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Professional development and career progression opportunities.
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A supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and motivation.
Join us and be part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, and employee ownership. Together, we can achieve great things