Production Manager - 12 month fixed term contract
About the role
ID 2026-6914
Category
Management
Position Type
Full Time Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Location : Location
UK-Northamptonshire-Corby
Location : City
Corby
Location : State/Province
Northamptonshire
Location : Country
UK
Overview
Production Manager (12‑month FTC) – Corby
We’re preparing our Corby site for the introduction of a new ERP system. While that work ramps up behind the scenes, we need someone focused on keeping production running as it should - safe, steady, and on plan.
This role is about maintaining control on the shopfloor during a period of change. You’ll keep output on track, teams aligned, and issues handled before they turn into bigger problems.
The Role
You’ll be the operational lead on the shopfloor, working closely with the Operations Manager to deliver daily production. It’s a hands-on role - supporting Supervisors, managing performance, and keeping shifts running without drama.
You’ll turn plans into clear direction, deal with problems as they arise, and keep communication tight across teams and shifts.
Responsibilities
Run day-to-day production to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
Translate production plans into clear priorities for Supervisors and teams
Monitor KPIs (output, efficiency, downtime, scrap) and act when performance dips
Escalate risks, constraints, and performance issues early
Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors and Team Leaders
Drive accountability and consistent performance across the shopfloor
Ensure smooth shift operations, including clear and effective handovers
Monitor staffing levels and flag risks or gaps
Champion safe working practices and reinforce expectations on the floor
Support incident investigations and ensure actions are seen through
Work with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve processes
Collaborate with Planning to ensure schedules are realistic and deliverable
Identify and lead practical improvements to productivity and efficiency
Qualifications
About You / What You’ll Bring
Experience in a production or manufacturing leadership role
Strong track record managing Supervisors and frontline teams
Good understanding of production planning and operational delivery
Calm under pressure - you don’t lose your head when plans shift
Strong problem-solving skills - you fix root causes, not just symptoms
Clear communicator who can influence and challenge where needed
A consistent focus on safety, quality, and doing things properly
Nice to Have
Experience in higher-spec or regulated manufacturing environments
Exposure to ERP implementation or working through operational change
What You’ll Get
12‑month fixed-term contract with a clear, business-critical remit
Opportunity to play a key role during a major site transition
Straightforward, delivery-focused environment
Interested?
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