Production Manager - Late Shift (4PM-Midnight)

Production Manager

At Hammonds Furniture, we are a family-run business that specialises in fitted furniture and tailored storage solutions. Hammonds are dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative designs to our customers. Our vision is to create well-ordered homes, and we believe our furniture has the power to transform living spaces. 

 

Role Overview: 

We're looking for a driven and experienced Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations on our late shift. You'll be responsible for ensuring that products are delivered on time, in full, and to the highest quality standards, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. 

The role is pivotal in managing people, processes, and performance across the production floor, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and motivate production teams to meet daily targets and quality standards. 
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance and ensure machinery readiness. 
• Monitor and enforce compliance with ISO and health & safety standards. 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices. 
• Manage labour costs, material waste, and production efficiency. 
• Conduct return-to-work interviews and support staff retention strategies. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, IT, Engineering and Transport. 
• Present daily KPIs including output, breakdowns, H&S issues and more. 
• Support the introduction of new products into the manufacturing process. 

 

How you will succeed: 

• By demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills to inspire your team. 
• By applying your knowledge of production methods, quality systems and lean tools. 
• By proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact performance. 
• By maintaining a flexible, systematic approach to workload and change. 
• By coaching and developing your team to achieve high standards of performance. 
• By embracing innovation and driving continuous improvement across the board. 
• By accurately reporting data and meeting financial and operational targets. 

 

Why Join Us: 

At Hammonds, we recognise that it is our people who are our greatest asset, so come and join a team of like-minded individuals and live the Hammonds Way. We live by our three values which are to Be Real, Be Creative and Be Committed- if you resonate with this and are looking for a new opportunity in a business that supports your growth and development, we encourage you to apply to our career opportunity for immediate consideration. 

 

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