Senior Production Manager (Manufacturing)

Location: Peterlee, United Kingdom; onsite five days a week with approximately 10% travel.

Salary: £79,424–£85,000 per year, depending on experience.

Company

Manufactures construction and mining equipment, off-highway engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives.

What you will do

• Lead manufacturing operations in an assigned production area, delivering safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets.
• Plan production and allocate labour, equipment, materials, facilities, and other resources.
• Analyse production metrics, manage operational risks, and implement performance and continuous improvement plans.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and quality management systems to improve processes and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and other functions to resolve operational challenges.
• Lead workforce planning, training, succession planning, coaching, feedback, and performance management.

Requirements

• Significant leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience managing large, multi-process operational teams, preferably 150+ employees, and delivering measurable performance improvements.
• Ability to analyse data, identify root causes, solve complex operational problems, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, operational planning, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with quality management systems and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, influencing, stakeholder management, people development, planning, organising, flexibility, adaptability, and performance management skills.
• Degree or equivalent experience desired.
• Commitment to an inclusive, safe, and high-performing workplace.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus a holiday buying scheme.
• Up to 20% annual bonus and a monthly vehicle allowance.
• Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 10% and a contributory share scheme.
• Optional health and dental care plans, EV car lease, and holiday purchase benefits.
• Supportive, inclusive workplace with autonomy, professional development, continuous learning, and opportunities to influence strategy.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.