Production / Facilities Manager

M.J. Allen Metalwork

Production / Facilities Manager

£55000

M.J. Allen Metalwork, Ashford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 2 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 52ffe971c9794073bb6f8d3e83c4366f

Full Job Description

  • Oversee and streamline production operations of facility two

  • Implement continuous process improvements to enhance production quality and reduce costs

  • Providing the information to the buyer to procure materials at placement of customer orders

  • Liaising with the workshop managers on how the work will be sequenced to meet customer deadlines

  • Manage intercompany workflow between facilities

  • Maintaining health and safety at both manufacturing facilities to ensure compliance with regulations and standards

  • Managing facility maintenance, plant maintenance and vehicle maintenance (six vehicles) and reporting on what improvements can be made to improve efficiency and associated costs involved

  • Workshop resource management, arranging new hires and contract workers where and when required

  • Ensuring quality is upheld in line with our accreditations and quality procedures

    Good computer literacy

  • Excellent communication skills - written and verbal

  • Proven background in manufacturing with a good understanding in manufacturing process

  • Problem solving skills

  • Excellent organisation skills

  • Proficient in reading drawings

  • Detail oriented with a focus on maintaining high-quality standards

  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

  • Good customer communication and relationship building skills

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines

  • Driving Licence


  • Desirable Skills:
  • IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

  • Good general understanding of workshop and machinery maintenance


  • Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in production/operations management in the manufacturing industry.,
  • Management: 3 years (required)