Production Manager

Production Manager - Manufacturing

📍 Limavady
💼 Full-Time, Permanent
🎁 Excellent Benefits + Early Finish Friday

We're working on behalf of a leading manufacturing business in the power and infrastructure sector, who are seeking a Production Manager to lead their production operations at their facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in optimising day-to-day output, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring high standards of quality and safety.

About the Role:

As Production Manager, you will take responsibility for overseeing all production activity within the facility. You'll lead a team of operators and technicians, work closely with engineering, supply chain and support departments, and ensure delivery of high-quality products on time, every time.

Responsibilities:

Production Oversight

• Manage daily production operations and ensure timely output of quality products
• Develop, monitor and optimise production schedules to align with customer demands
• Analyse and improve production processes and drive efficiency

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, develop and motivate production staff
• Promote a positive, performance-led culture across the team
• Conduct performance reviews and oversee recruitment & training

Quality & Compliance

• Uphold rigorous quality control standards
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Champion continuous improvement and process innovation

Inventory & Resources

• Oversee materials planning and inventory control
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to keep machinery running at peak efficiency
• Control production costs and minimise waste

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years in a production or operations management role (ideally manufacturing-based)
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing workflows, lean practices, and quality systems
• Strong planning, problem-solving and communication skills
• Confident in managing production schedules, resources, and cost control
• Adaptable, proactive and results-focused mindset

Preferred:

• Degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing or similar
• Knowledge of ERP/production software
• Familiarity with switchgear or electrical manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma or similar qualifications

What's in It for You:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Early finish every Friday at 12pm
• Private medical cover (option to add family)
• Life assurance plan (3x gross salary)
• Workplace pension contribution
• 30 days annual leave
• Rewarding team culture & ongoing CPD opportunities

If you're a motivated and experienced Production Manager seeking a new challenge with a high-growth employer in a modern, forward-thinking environment - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more or reach out to karl.yellop@vanrath.com for a confidential discussion.