Production Manager

1 month ago

Walsall West Midlands, United Kingdom Manpower Group (UK) Full time

Job Title: Production Manager
Location: Walsall, WS2 9SL initially then a move to WS10 7DE once the site opens
Annual Salary: £49,000
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday
Shift Times: 08:00 - 17:00 initially then onto an afternoon shift 13:45 to 22:00
Working Hours: 40 hours

Manpower is hiring a permanent Production Manager for our fantastic client, offering brand new facilities, kit, and a chance to be a part of a growing company making a difference

There distribution sites are referred to as "Microsites" and are located across the region. Using a fleet of vans & drivers these sites supply fresh cooking oils to the restaurant, takeaway and catering trade and collect used cooking oils for production of products destined biofuel and renewable electricity at the regional processing site.

What you'll need to do:

The Production Manager with support, will execute the production management processes for the safe, efficient and cost-effective processing of used cooking oil into finished product.

This will be achieved through the development of a culture that fosters the principles of Safer, Better, Faster and Low Cost. Once these processes are established, the role will evolve to ensuring these ways of working are embedded with the team on the shop floor and the ongoing improvements of these processes supported.

Aspects of this role include managing the operators to ensure production efficiency, safety and environmental performance and maintaining quality standards. Planning of the process to allow for improved efficiency and smooth running of the plant. Setting and maintaining daily, weekly and monthly targets.

Key Responsibilities & Duties


Operational Leadership:

  • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of operators.
  • Implement operational strategies to optimise production efficiency, minimise downtime, and enhance overall plant performance.
  • Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
  • Ensure production plans are delivered to meet fuel production targets and customer demand.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):

  • Support a Safety-First culture and through education, coaching and compliance develop the behaviours and safety processes, to ensure a safe working environment for all staff and visitors.
  • Ensure primary containment is adhered to meet environmental performance standards and maintain compliance.

Quality Control and Compliance:

  • Implement and maintain control procedures to ensure that the processed oil meets all required specifications and regulatory standards.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential areas for improvement and address any non-compliance issues.

Process Improvement:

  • Support C.I. practices including team engagement and inclusion deliver process optimisation, cost reduction, and waste minimisation improvements.
  • Collaborate with technical and engineering teams to implement improvements in production techniques.

Maintenance and Asset Management:

  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure timely maintenance and repair of equipment, machinery, and infrastructure.
  • Implement both TPM and PPM plans for the site

Inventory Management:

  • Oversee inventory levels of raw materials, chemicals, and finished products to ensure customer service alongside cash flow management
  • Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials.

Communication and Reporting:

  • Provide regular updates on plant performance, production targets, challenges, and opportunities.
  • Prepare and submit operational reports as required.
  • Plant Stock levels of both RAW and Finished products
  • Empty Barrels, Fat Boxes, Pallets etc.

Team Development:

  • Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning among staff.
  • Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of the team.
  • Mentor teams and staff with best practices acquired through experience and learning.


What we'll need from you:

  • ILM Level 2 Minimum (Required)
  • IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent (desirable)
  • NEBOSH General (Required)
  • Eight to ten years' experience in managing operations with at least 5 as Site Lead within a processing or manufacturing environment, preferably in liquids or oil processing industries.
  • Strong understanding of process optimisation, quality control, and safety regulations.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrable delivery of driving improvement through continuous improvement practices in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to analyse data, make informed decisions, and solve problems effectively.
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability practices is a plus.
  • Experience of working in a regulated industry (desirable)

Join our team, and together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and create a greener future

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