Production Manager

Airswift is working in partnership with a leading manufacturing and industrial solutions company seeking a Production Manager for a permanent and strategic role.About the Role: The Production Manager will oversee 5-10 direct reports, including the Maintenance Manager and Production Supervisors, and play a key role in driving operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. The plant currently has a headcount of 75, with plans to expand to 130 employees by Summer 2026.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage daily production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety.Supervise and develop a team of production supervisors and maintenance personnel.Collaborate with the Plant Manager on strategic initiatives and plant growth plans.Drive Lean manufacturing principles, process improvement, and 5S implementation.Monitor and report on KPIs, ensuring alignment with plant goals.Conduct safety audits and foster a culture of safety across all operations.Partner with leadership to improve responsiveness and decision-making speed.Utilize basic accounting knowledge for cost tracking and resource allocation.Desired Background & Skills:Experience in Lean processes, continuous improvement, and process optimization.Strong understanding of safety standards and compliance.Proven ability to track and analyze KPIs and implement corrective actions.Familiarity with 5S methodology and operational excellence frameworks.Exposure to basic accounting principles for production cost management.Knowledge of Production Scheduling and strong Excel skills