Senior Production Manager

1 month ago


Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom Danfoss GmbH Full time
Job Summary

Danfoss is seeking a highly skilled Senior Production Manager to lead the Industrial Motion Control (IMC) production team at our flagship Havant plant in Hampshire, UK. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for overseeing the production process, managing assembly lines, and coordinating all production activities and operations across multiple product value streams.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines and regulations.
  2. Oversee the production process, manage assembly lines, and coordinate all production activities and operations.
  3. Develop and implement resource planning strategies to meet agreed forecasts.
  4. Maintain and improve quality standards through effective quality control measures.
  5. Optimize production processes to ensure cost-effectiveness, improve productivity, and reduce scrap.
  6. Monitor production processes against agreed KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
  7. Liaise with internal departments, teams, and stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
  8. Collate and analyze data to produce production reports for the Manufacturing Manager.
  9. Utilize Continuous Improvement (CI) tools to drive business improvements and enhance operational efficiency.
  10. Supervise and motivate a team of Team Leaders and Assembly Operators to achieve high performance standards.
  11. Review worker performance, identify training needs, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
  12. Develop and implement a CAPEX and OPEX roadmap to support the five-year manufacturing strategy for assembly operations.
  13. Maintain a diverse and inclusive work environment, promoting high ethical standards and a culture of respect and empowerment.
Requirements
  • Hold a degree or equivalent level qualification in a related subject.
  • Display a background of working in a fast-paced engineering environment in a similar role overseeing production, manufacturing, or assembly in the automotive or similar sector.
  • Thorough understanding of root cause analysis, problem-solving, and error prevention.
  • Experience with Lean methodology and ERP systems.
  • Able to plan and organize a fast-paced production process.
  • Strong people leadership and communication skills.
  • Decisive and able to solve staff or equipment-related problems.
  • A high degree of attention to detail and quality focus.
  • Able to work under pressure and multitask in a logical and systematic manner.
  • Desire to progress further than this role.
About Danfoss

Danfoss is a global leader in engineering solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. We are passionate about innovation and investment, supporting our customers' journey towards a greener and lower-carbon future. At Danfoss, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of respect, empowerment, and creativity. We are committed to improving the health, working environment, and safety of our employees, and we strive to create an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

We are an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor, committed to equal employment opportunities and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.



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