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Production Manager

Location: Bristol

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Production Manager on behalf of our client based in Bristol.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering the opportunity to join a leading manufacturer of high-technology road surveying vehicles and equipment. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel, although all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage and coordinate daily production operations.
  • Ensure products are manufactured efficiently and to high quality standards.
  • Plan, schedule, and monitor workflow to meet targets.
  • Oversee servicing, repairs, and field support where required.
  • Monitor production metrics and provide reports for management review.
  • Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Maintain compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years’ managerial experience.
  • Relevant engineering qualification.
  • Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma principles (advantageous).
  • Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

Additional Information:

  • 37.5 hours per week.
  • 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
  • Company pension, Cycle2Work, and EAP schemes.
  • On-site parking and flexible working options.
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First Military Recruitment (Head Office)
1 Wilkinson Road
Love Lane Industrial Estate
Cirencester
GL7 1YT

01285 654566
info@first-military.co.uk
First Military Recruitment (Birmingham)
Office 1, Izabella House
24-26 Regent Place
City Centre
Birmingham
B1 3NJ

01215 165689
info@first-military.co.uk
First Military Recruitment (Bristol)
Park House
10 Park Street
Bristol
BS1 5HX

01172 354500
info@first-military.co.uk
First Military Recruitment (Gloucester)
Avionics House
Quedgeley
GL2 2SN

01452 223938
info@first-military.co.uk