Production Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Motherwell
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Production leadership Continuous improvement Lean manufacturing ERP systems Microsoft Office Cross-functional collaboration Problem-solving Operational KPI management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Production Manager

Location: Motherwell

Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive

The Role

Our client is seeking a high-calibre Production Manager to take ownership of manufacturing operations, driving performance, efficiency, and team capability across the site.

  • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing production team
  • Deliver production plans in line with business targets and customer demand
  • Drive improvements across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost (SQDPC)
  • Proactively identify and resolve production challenges to minimise downtime
  • Embed a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
  • Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless production flow
  • Maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and operational discipline
  • Utilise data and systems to monitor performance and inform decision-making

Required Experience

  • Proven experience leading large-scale production teams in manufacturing
  • Strong track record of delivering against operational KPIs
  • Engaging, hands-on leadership style with the ability to influence at all levels
  • Experience driving continuous improvement / lean initiatives
  • Commercial awareness with a focus on efficiency and output
  • Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
  • Confident using ERP systems and Microsoft Office

Details

  • Monday to Friday
  • 40 Hours, Dayshift
  • High level of autonomy and impact within the role
  • Supportive leadership team with a focus on growth and development

Apply

Interested? Please call for a confidential chat with one of our experienced recruiters. Alternatively, fill out the application form below.

MAA International Ltd are working with clients in the Central Belt of Scotland, supplying Permanent, Temporary and Contract staff. We are acting as an Employment Agency and Recruitment Business.

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