Job description
JOB TITLE: Production Manager
REPORTING TO: Steve Wisbey, The Managing Director
LOCATION: NIC Instruments Ltd, Folkestone, Kent CT19 5NF
The appointee will be based at NIC Instruments Ltd
OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB
NIC Instruments designs and manufacturers high risk search equipment and bomb disposal equipment including products such as robots. Based in Folkestone Kent, and established over 80 years, the company ships worldwide to some of the most inhospitable war-torn places in the world.
We are now looking for a new Production Manager to lead the manufacturing staff and take our production systems to the next level.
The right candidate will be a quick learner, a team player, and have a range of the following skills and qualifications:
You must have the right to work in the UK and not require any form of VISA sponsorship. Applicants on a spouse dependant VISA will not be entertained for this role.
- Overall: Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook essential
- Experience organising and planning in a manufacturing environment that includes complex electromechanical assemblies
- A strategic thinker, who looks forward in the planning process, with a constant strive to continuously improve the production systems
- A desire to constantly learn and actively partake in their own Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Applicant must already have the right to work permanently in the UK
- Experience:
- Experience organising and planning in a manufacturing environment that includes complex electromechanical assemblies
- Experience with CNC machine tools
- Experience in using and implementing production planning software
- Managing a team of 10-15 staff
- Experience in appraising staff and carrying out staff reviews
- Experience with ISO9001
- Qualifications:
- At least an HND, preferably a degree, in a related engineering or manufacturing subject
Further information:
Salary is dependent on relevant experience and qualifications. NIC operates a discretionary bonus scheme.
References will be taken up if you are invited to interview.
Applications should be sent via Indeed
Please Note: It is not possible to discuss this application by telephone. All questions or queries must be via email.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational processes.
- Utilize systems for effective supply chain management.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and quality control measures.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize business processes and assembly workflows.
- Provide training and support to staff on mechanical systems and operational procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Folkestone, Kent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Production Scheduling: 2 years (preferred)
- Production Management: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
