Production Director

4 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
About the Role:

As the Head of Production, you will oversee the entire production process, ensuring efficient use of resources to meet targets. You will lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing production team, identifying areas for process improvement and implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.

About You:

You will need extensive experience in production management within the engineering or manufacturing sector, with the last few years spent in a leadership role. Mechanical and electrical manufacturing process experience is essential, as is extensive knowledge of production planning, process optimisation, and quality control. Experience in the defence sector, uncrewed aerial and/or ground systems, or a highly regulated industry is highly desirable.

Key Information:

Role: Head of Production
Salary: £70,000-£90,000
Location: West Reading – On-Site Working
Eligibility: MUST be eligible for security clearance – see more below

Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.

This is a permanent position.



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