Production Manager

Production Manager – Glass Manufacturing Location: Dunstable Job Type: Permanent Salary: £34,000 – £37,500 per annum (depending on experience) We are currently recruiting for an experienced and driven Production Manager to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Dunstable. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has progressed from a hands-on Production Operative role into production leadership and management. We are looking for a confident individual with a strong personality who can lead from the front, motivate teams, and maintain high production standards in a fast-paced environment. Experience within the glass manufacturing industry would be highly advantageous. Working Hours Initially, this role will be working 4 days per week: * Monday to Thursday * 06:00 – 16:30 * or * 07:00 – 17:30 There is potential for the role to move to a 5-day working week in the future: * Monday to Friday * 07:30 – 16:00 Key Responsibilities * Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality targets are achieved * Lead, manage, and motivate production teams * Monitor productivity, performance, and workflow * Ensure health & safety procedures are followed at all times * Support continuous improvement initiatives across production * Manage staffing levels, training, and team development * Work closely with senior management to meet operational objectives * Maintain high standards of housekeeping and compliance Candidate Requirements * Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment * Experience progressing from Production Operative level into a supervisory or management role * Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams * Confident communicator with a proactive and resilient approach * Strong organisational and problem-solving skills * Glass manufacturing experience preferred but not essential * Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines What’s on Offer * Permanent full-time position * Opportunity to join a stable and growing business * Supportive working environment