Manufacturing Manager

Job Reference: 00000231-1Date Posted: 25 June 2025Recruiter: Nanotek LtdLocation: LiverpoolSalary: 70,000 to 75,000Sector: EngineeringJob Type: PermanentWork Hours: Full TimeContact: Nicola CopperwheatEmail: careers@nanotekltd.co.ukApply for this job nowJob DescriptionManufacturing ManagerProduction ManagerSalary - 70 - 75K p.aWorking closely with cross-functional departments, the role involves managing production teams, maintaining compliance with GMP and ISO standards, optimizing resource use, and driving continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Manager also plays a key role in staff development, performance management, and supporting recruitment activities.Main Duties & Responsibilities:Lead and manage internal production teams.Coordinate with Engineering, Warehouse, and Planning departments to ensure efficient and continuous production.Ensure full compliance with company quality standards, including ISO, GMP, and Health & Safety regulations.Uphold GMP standards, policies, and practices as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Oversee the induction process for all new employees—temporary or permanent—in line with the Company Safety Policy.Ensure Team Leaders and Production Operatives are trained in accordance with SOPs and company policies.Conduct accurate and timely stock checks in collaboration with Stock Control.Foster a culture of accountability by empowering staff to take ownership of their responsibilities, with regular feedback and performance expectations.Review and assess the performance of Team Leaders and production staff.Organise and supervise overtime production as needed, ensuring appropriate oversight and support.Prepare regular reports on production performance, including daily outputs, downtime, work centre utilisation, and weekly timesheets.Collaborate with HR to recruit, interview, and hire appropriate staff as required.Effectively manage the use of agency staff to ensure cost-efficiency and operational continuity.Candidate Criteria:Degree-qualified or equivalent in Engineering or related discipline.Significant leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.Strong background in lean manufacturing and driving cultural change.Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organisational skills.Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.Familiarity with ERP systems and CAD tools.Proven experience in a similar Manufacturing Manager role.Strong track record of managing and leading production teams.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and develop high-performing teams.Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a production team.Experience in driving and implementing in-house cultural change initiatives.Benefits:Additional leaveBereavement leaveCompany pensionCycle to work schemeEmployee discountFree flu jabsFree parkingHealth & wellbeing programmeLife insuranceOn-site parkingPrivate medical insuranceReferral programme