About this role
Carnehill Joinery Limited is hiring Production Manager and Directors (in manufacturing) will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Pre-Hung Door Set Production Department, ensuring the efficient manufacture of high-quality door sets in line with customer specifications, production schedules, quality standards, and health & safety requirements. The successful candidate will lead production teams, optimize manufacturing processes, manage resources effectively, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities Production Management Monitors production and production costs and undertakes or arranges for the preparation of reports and records. Plan, coordinate, and oversee all production activities within the manufacturing department. Ensure production targets, delivery schedules, and quality standards are consistently achieved. Monitor workflow and production capacity to maximize efficiency and productivity. Develop and implement production plans to meet customer and project requirements. Manage daily production meetings and communicate priorities to supervisors and operators. Quality Control Ensure all door sets are manufactured in accordance with specifications, fire-rating requirements, building regulations, and customer expectations. Implement and maintain quality assurance procedures. Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and increase output. Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives. Monitor KPIs and provide regular performance reports. Health & Safety Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation and company policies. Conduct risk assessments and ensure safe working practices throughout the department. Lead safety initiatives and promote a strong safety culture. Equipment & Maintenance Ensure machinery and equipment are maintained in safe and efficient working condition. Coordinate planned preventative maintenance schedules. Work closely with maintenance personnel to minimize downtime. Essential Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in a Production Manager and Directors role. Strong experience within manufacturing, or a related industry. Proven ability to manage production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of production planning and scheduling. Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management systems. Working with new software packages within CHJ