Production Manager
CV-LibraryRochester, MedwaypermanentPosted: 23 September 2026
Apply NowProduction Manager | Lean & Scale-Up | Up to £60,000
A well-established manufacturer in Rochester is looking for a Production Manager to help the business grow without simply adding space or headcount.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You will run the shop floor, put practical lean systems in place and get more from the current factory and team — better flow, less waste, higher quality and on-time despatch.
The role
* Lead production cell leads and teams day to day
* Put simple lean systems in place and keep them used
* Run a daily production meeting and keep workstations organised
* Give the team time to make small, practical improvements
* Time jobs properly so costs and capacity are clear
* Reduce rework and get to the root cause of quality issues
* Improve factory layout and flow so work can move more easily
* Help plan labour, cross-train the team and keep inventory under control
* Maintain health and safety standards and build working relationships across departments
What we’re looking for
* 5+ years in a senior manufacturing leadership role
* Proven experience putting lean processes in place, not just talking about them
* Confidence leading, coaching and developing a shop-floor team
* Strong problem-solving and a practical, can-do approach
* MRP / production planning experience would be useful
The package
* Up to around £60,000, with flexibility for the right person
* Based in Rochester
* Opportunity to shape how the factory runs during a period of growth
A well-established manufacturer in Rochester is looking for a Production Manager to help the business grow without simply adding space or headcount.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You will run the shop floor, put practical lean systems in place and get more from the current factory and team — better flow, less waste, higher quality and on-time despatch.
The role
* Lead production cell leads and teams day to day
* Put simple lean systems in place and keep them used
* Run a daily production meeting and keep workstations organised
* Give the team time to make small, practical improvements
* Time jobs properly so costs and capacity are clear
* Reduce rework and get to the root cause of quality issues
* Improve factory layout and flow so work can move more easily
* Help plan labour, cross-train the team and keep inventory under control
* Maintain health and safety standards and build working relationships across departments
What we’re looking for
* 5+ years in a senior manufacturing leadership role
* Proven experience putting lean processes in place, not just talking about them
* Confidence leading, coaching and developing a shop-floor team
* Strong problem-solving and a practical, can-do approach
* MRP / production planning experience would be useful
The package
* Up to around £60,000, with flexibility for the right person
* Based in Rochester
* Opportunity to shape how the factory runs during a period of growth