Operations Manager - Granite

Job Title: Production Manager

Location: Honeybourne, Worcestershire

Salary: £35,000 - £43,000 per annum, DOE

Job Type: Full time, Permanent



Job Overview:

My client is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee a team of 30 employees across various departments. This role involves managing daily operations, ensuring production targets are met, and fostering a positive and productive working environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production management, experience with heavy materials, and a good knowledge of health and safety regulations.



Key Responsibilities:



* Oversee and manage a workforce of 30 employees across multiple departments.



* Communicate effectively with department heads to understand and balance workloads.



* Organize staff to meet production demands and ensure high productivity levels are maintained.



* Monitor daily targets and promptly address any issues affecting production.



* Ensure accurate paperwork and documentation for loads, cross-checking and reporting any discrepancies to sales or directors.



* Coordinate with maintenance engineers to handle machine breakdowns and schedule necessary repairs or servicing.



* Liaise regularly with the logistics department and sales team to keep operations smooth.



Additional Responsibilities:



* Motivate and guide staff, managing time-off requests and ensuring adherence to company policies.



* Foster effective communication between departments to streamline processes.



* Ensure health and safety regulations are met in the workplace.



* Assist with recruitment, training, and induction of new staff.



* Regularly meet with HR to discuss staff performance and handle any employee issues.



* Provide regular updates to directors on workload, staff, and any necessary department changes or improvements.



* Manage production departments such as unpacking, loading, polishing, sandblasting, and artistry.



Key Attributes:



* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.



* Excellent organizational and time-management skills.



* Attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving attitude.



* Ability to motivate and lead large, diverse teams.



* Balanced approach to decision-making, with a focus on cost efficiency.



Requirements:



* Minimum of 5 years in a production management role, preferably working with heavy materials.



* Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements, including manual handling.



* Proven experience in managing and motivating large teams.



Hours of Work:



* Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM



* Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM



* Occasional weekend work may be required based on business needs