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Production Manager
Grafix Signmakers Limited —Carlisle
- £35,000 - £47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Free parking
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Workshop Manager
Stagecoach —Carlisle
- £42,453 a year
- Full-time
- Employee discount
Assistant Workshop Manager
Wheelbase Lakeland Ltd —Kendal
- £28,000 - £30,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Cleaning
- Employee discount
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Head Coach / Gym Manager
The BD Guys —Penrith
- Up to £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mentoring
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Project Manager
Bendalls Engineering Limited —Carlisle
- £53,000 - £56,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Leader Operations Administrator
HF Holidays —Portinscale
- £15,100 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Warranty Administrator
Swansway Garages —Carlisle
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Head Coach
The BD Guys —Carlisle
- Up to £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mentoring
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Warranty Administrator
Audi —Carlisle
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Assistant Store Manager
Machine Mart —Carlisle
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Supervising experience
- Employee discount
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University of Cumbria —Carlisle
- £31,236 - £37,694 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
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Cycle Technician
Wheelbase Lakeland Ltd —Kendal
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Programmable logic controllers
- Cleaning
- Employee discount
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Motor Vehicle Technician
Volvo Car UK —Carlisle
- £35,500 - £52,000 a year
- Part-time
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Power tools
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
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Mace —Carlisle
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Analytics
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- £16 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Production Manager

Grafix Signmakers Limited
Carlisle

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£35,000 - £47,000 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Company car
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Management
Resource allocation planning
Operations management
Production capacity planning
Safety toolbox talks
ERP software
Quality control within general manufacturing industry
Internal department liaison
Microsoft Office Suite
Quality assurance
Continuous improvement
Production planning
Quality control
Risk management
Organisational skills
Production planning and scheduling experience
Computer skills
Training & development
Manufacturing
Leadership
Team motivation leadership
Communication skills
Lean manufacturing
CNC

Full job description

About Grafix Signmakers Ltd

Grafix Signmakers Ltd has been delivering high-quality signage solutions for over 50 years. From design and manufacture through to installation, we provide complete signage solutions for commercial and industrial clients across the UK. Operating from our modern manufacturing facility in Carlisle, we combine traditional craftsmanship with the latest manufacturing technology to produce everything from vehicle graphics and illuminated signage to large-scale architectural signage and bespoke fabrication.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our production team, drive operational excellence and ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

The Role

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of our production facility. You will oversee workflow from job release through manufacture and installation readiness, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to Grafix’s exacting quality standards.

Working closely with our sales, design and installation teams, you’ll be responsible for planning production capacity, leading and developing the production team, improving processes and maintaining a safe, organised and efficient manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

Plan and schedule all manufacturing activities to meet customer deadlines.
Allocate labour and resources effectively across departments.
Monitor production progress and proactively resolve bottlenecks.
Ensure projects move efficiently from design through manufacture to installation.
Manage production priorities while maintaining flexibility for urgent work.

Team Leadership

Lead, motivate and develop a multi-skilled production team.
Conduct regular performance reviews and training.
Foster a positive, accountable and collaborative working culture.
Support recruitment, onboarding and staff development.
Promote continuous improvement across all departments.

Quality & Standards

Ensure all products meet Grafix’s quality expectations before leaving the workshop.
Develop and maintain quality control procedures.
Minimise rework and production waste.
Encourage a “right first time” manufacturing culture.

Operational Efficiency

Improve manufacturing processes and workshop layout.
Monitor productivity and identify opportunities for increased efficiency.
Implement lean manufacturing principles where appropriate.
Work with management to invest in new equipment and production methods.

Health & Safety

Maintain a safe working environment across all workshop areas.
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation.
Carry out risk assessments and toolbox talks where required.
Ensure equipment is maintained and operated safely.

Stock & Purchasing

Monitor stock levels and material availability.
Work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
Reduce waste and optimise material usage.
Assist in supplier selection and purchasing decisions.

Project Coordination

Liaise with Sales, Design and Installation teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
Attend production meetings and provide accurate updates.
Identify project risks early and implement practical solutions.

About You

You are an experienced production leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You combine strong organisational skills with practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and have the ability to motivate people while maintaining high standards.

You’ll enjoy solving problems, improving systems and helping teams deliver exceptional work.

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Supervisor.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Experience within manufacturing, engineering or bespoke production.
Excellent planning and organisational ability.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
Experience with production scheduling and workflow management.
Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office.

Desirable Experience

Experience within one or more of the following would be advantageous:

Sign manufacturing
Large format digital print
Vehicle graphics
CNC routing
Metal fabrication
Spray painting
Illuminated signage
Workshop management
Lean manufacturing
ERP or production management systems

Personal Qualities

Positive leader who leads by example
Calm under pressure
Highly organised
Commercially aware
Practical problem solver
Strong attention to detail
Customer focused
Results driven
Continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience
Company pension
On-site parking
Cycle to Work scheme
Opportunity to lead a respected and growing manufacturing business
Investment in modern equipment and technology
Supportive team
Varied and interesting projects for national and regional clients
A 12pm Friday finish to compliment your work-life balance

Success in the Role

Within your first 12 months you will have:

Improved production planning and scheduling.
Increased on-time delivery performance.
Enhanced workshop efficiency and productivity.
Reduced production waste and rework.
Built a motivated, high-performing production team.
Maintained Grafix’s reputation for exceptional quality

Pay: £35,000.00-£47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company car
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Carlisle, Cumbria: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Sign making: 1 year (preferred)
Management: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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