Overview:

A sign industry Production Managers job in Southampton. This Production Managers job offers you the chance to join a well established national and European UK Sign Manufacturer.  To be considered for this Production Mangers job you will be an experienced production manager or supervisor. Consideration will be given to experienced production managers from other industries where assembling similar products is required.

The company:

We’ve worked with this client for the last eight years and they’re a real success story. From humble beginnings they’ve grown to become a multi million pound turnover business. Providing internal and external signage, interior cladding, and branding solutions, including digital print and bespoke wallpapers, for clients throughout the UK and Europe.

An excellent reputation for quality products and service has seen them develop lasting relationships with clients, winning additional work. They now have a strategy to kick on again and further develop the business Finding the right person for this production managers job is vital to their plans.

This sign maker jobs responsibilities include:

Due to expansion this sign manufacturer needs to strengthen their management team. Our client is now looking to recruit an experienced production manager to help achieve their vision. They already have a digital print production manager, and are looking for a production manager with sign industry  or related production assembly experience.

You will be required to to take ownership of the Production and Installations departments. This role isn’t about reinventing the wheel. Process and efficiency improvements are always welcome. However the role is to add an experienced production manager who can cope with the demands of their increased manufacturing and who can help with their continued growth strategy. Duties include:

• Management of Production department – approximately 20 reports, including the Graphics Production Manager.
• Management of the Installations Team – 6 in house crews.
• Management of Sub-Contractors.
• Production planning, scheduling.
• Coordinating appropriate resource, overtime etc as and when required.
•  Motivation and management of shop floor staff.
• Ordering materials and stock control.
• Installation planning and management.

You:

• This role will require you to be hands on and able to pitch in, not just manage the team from afar.
• Experience of production management, supervision or team leadership within a medium or large  manufacturing company.
• Good people management skills. Able to get the best out of people using motivating techniques that suit the individual.
• Good communication skill, verbal and written.
• Well organised with good attention to detail.
• Able to cope under pressure during busy times.
• Ability to multitask and plan ahead to ensure production, delivery and installation dates are met.
• Knowledge of clarity would be beneficial.