Jobs, fresher vacancy - Production Manager • Southampton

Company: Gattaca PBS

Southampton

Production Manager Shift: Early Hours: 06:00-14:15 (Mon-Thu) / 06:00-12:00 (Fri) Role Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Production Manager to act as the operational focal point for delivering production plans. This role is responsible for maximising On Time Start (OTS) and On Time Finish (OTF) to drive competitiveness, reduce dwell time, optimise team performance, and ensure the effective use of resources. Role-Specific Responsibilities Team Management: Lead, develop, and support the team to meet operational goals while maintaining strong engagement, minimising absence, and reducing attrition. Production Management: Plan and control production activities by analysing workload, resource capacity, and performance indicators. Maximise OTS/OTF and ensure production targets, budgets, utilisation, and quality standards are achieved. Deputise for Production Managers when required. Preventative Measures: Implement and uphold preventative measures to mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks. Communication: Act as the key communication link-ensuring clear, consistent downward and upward communication across the team. Qualifications & Training: Ensure all team members maintain required training, certifications, and process understanding. Compliance: Enforce company procedures, policies, and systems, initiating improvements where necessary. Risk Identification: Identify, mitigate, and escalate potential risks related to people, products, and equipment. Analysis & Improvement: Analyse production, maintenance, and quality indicators (using WFM, Spotfire/Tropos), prioritise improvement initiatives, and lead problem-solving activities. Continuous Improvement: Champion and drive process improvements, organisational enhancements, and efficiency gains. Interdepartmental Leadership: Lead and energise cross-functional meetings to ensure optimal operational alignment and efficiency. Essential Proven experience in a manufacturing supervisory role Strong understanding of production management disciplines, including inventory control and cost systems High level of IT proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, interpersonal, and influencing skills Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate high-performing teams Desired Knowledge of manufacturing/production operations Experience applying Six Sigma principles Understanding of budgetary and financial processes Benifits 10 employer contribution pension 26 days holiday plus BH Life Assurance (4x) Private Medical Cover (after qualifying period) Holiday buy/sell Additional flexible benefits