Production Manager
Location: GA Furnace Engineering
Reports to: Operations Director
About the Role
GA Furnace Engineering is a specialist manufacturer of high-quality Incineration systems and refractory products. We are looking for an experienced, driven, and hands-on Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations.
We are looking for someone who leads from the front, is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and understands what it takes to deliver quality products on time. The successful candidate will have experience within a refractory casting and/or ceramic fibre manufacturing environment and will thrive in a fast-paced engineering business.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day running of the production department to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Plan, coordinate and monitor production activities to consistently meet customer delivery deadlines.
- Lead, motivate and develop production teams, promoting accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Work closely with purchasing, engineering and sales to ensure production priorities align with customer requirements.
- Ensure all refractory casting and fibre manufacturing processes are carried out to the highest quality standards.
- Identify production bottlenecks and implement practical solutions to improve productivity and efficiency.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health and safety, and quality throughout the workshop.
- Monitor labour, materials and production costs to maximise operational efficiency.
- Ensure machinery, equipment and tooling are maintained and operating effectively.
- Produce and report on key production performance indicators (KPIs).
- Drive a culture where deadlines are met without compromising quality or safety.
Essential Experience
- Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Supervisor within manufacturing.
- Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling and resource management.
- Experience managing skilled production teams.
- Excellent knowledge of health and safety within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and production documentation.
Personal Attributes
We're looking for someone who:
- Leads by example and isn't afraid to get their hands dirty when needed.
- Takes ownership and responsibility for delivering results.
- Understands the importance of meeting production deadlines and customer commitments.
- Is calm under pressure and able to make practical decisions quickly.
- Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Can build respect with the workforce through knowledge, hard work and integrity.
- Has a proactive attitude with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
- Is commercially aware and understands the impact production performance has on the business.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with refractory casting techniques and materials.
- Experience working with ceramic fibre products.
- Continuous Improvement experience.
- Forklift license.
- Experience using production systems.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience + Commission Structure
- Pension Option
- Opportunity to join a growing and respected engineering business.
- A varied, challenging and rewarding role with real responsibility.
- Supportive working environment where good ideas are encouraged.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
If you are an experienced Production Manager who enjoys leading from the front, takes pride in delivering quality products on time, and isn't afraid to get involved on the shop floor, we'd like to hear from you.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sheffield S9 1TN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Management: 3 years (required)
Language:
- English Speaking (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
