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Production Manager

Wigan
1 month ago
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My client is a leading Resin and Polymers manufacturer based in Wigan that supply products to a range of industries globally. They are looking to employ an experienced Production Manager to bolster their established team in Wigan. The ideal candidate will have a background in Production Management, will have ISO9001, 14001 and 45001 experience, will have knowledge and experience of Chemical manufacturing and will be based within a commutable distance of Wigan.

Production Manager Position Overview

Overseeing day to day running of the Chemical Plant alongside Operations Management
Generating monthly reports on manufacturing performance
Ensuring production plans are achieved and identifying any bottlenecks
Optimising production performance by analysing processes alongside supporting teams
Providing guidance and assistance on production queries
Challenge and promote a continuous improvement environment
Ensuring quality occurrences are reviewed in a timely manner and corrective actions are implemented

Production Manager Position Requirements

Degree qualified in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
Previous proven experience in team management Essential
Experienced with ISO9001, 14001 and 45001 highly advantageous
NEBOSH or IOSH Qualified essential
Previous experience in Chemical Manufacturing
5S and Lean Manufacturing experience essential
Based within a commutable distance of Wigan

Production Manager Position Remuneration

Salary £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
Monday - Friday, 35 hours a week
33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
BUPA Healthcare
Pension

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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