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Production Improvement Manager

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000 – £57,000 per year
Location: Plymouth

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a Manufacturing Excellence Manager. This is a senior role focused on improving manufacturing processes, reducing waste, and driving efficiency. You will lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure high standards across the site.

Main Responsibilities

• Introduce and manage a Production System across all departments.
• Monitor budgets and track improvement initiatives.
• Work with the Manufacturing Manager to improve KPIs.
• Reduce waste and improve performance using Lean tools.
• Lead and coach teams on continuous improvement.
• Apply best practices like 6S, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Set up systems to measure performance and cost savings.
• Build a network of improvement champions and share best practices.
• Manage multiple improvement projects and measure results.
• Identify opportunities for investment and create business cases.
• Promote a culture of high performance and accountability.

Experience Needed

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience (desirable).
• Leadership qualification Level 5 (desirable).
• At least 5 years in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or willing to train).
• Strong leadership and ability to challenge senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of quality systems, lean manufacturing, and budget control.

Skills

• Leadership and team development.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Coaching and mentoring.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Computer literate and adaptable.
• Able to work under pressure and remove barriers to success.

Benefits

• Bonus based on attendance, productivity, and quality.
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Life insurance (3x salary).
• Pension contributions matched up to 5%.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Free parking, cycle-to-work scheme, employee discounts, and more.

📩 How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that truly values its people, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply now by submitting your CV through Indeed or
📧 Email your application directly to: exeter.admin@interactionrecruitment.co.uk
📞 For more information, contact us on: 01392 427 666

Contact information

Alice Cartwright