Interim Production Manager

The Interim Production Manager role is a challenging position which will involve taking responsibility for all aspects of production including managing, motivating and developing a team of up to 50 staff involved in the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished product. Focusing on Safety, Quality cost and delivery.

Client Details

The employer is a well-established Yorkshire based organisation within the industrial/manufacturing sector, recognised for its commitment to producing high-quality products and maintaining operational excellence.

Description

The interim Production Manager will be responsible for/to

Take full accountability for day-to-day production operations, ensuring output, quality, cost, and delivery targets are consistently achieved

Lead, motivate, and develop production teams (c50, 4 direct reports), including supervisors and operators, to create a positive, performance-driven culture

Plan and manage production schedules to meet customer demand while maximising efficiency and utilisation of labour and equipment

Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements, embedding a strong safety culture across all shifts

Monitor and analyse production KPIs, identifying issues, trends, and improvement opportunities, and implementing effective corrective actions

Work closely with engineering and maintenance teams to maximise equipment reliability, minimise downtime, and support preventative maintenance programmes

Collaborate with planning, supply chain, and procurement teams to ensure materials availability and smooth production flow

Own production quality standards, working with quality teams to resolve non-conformances and prevent repeat issues

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing, waste reduction, process optimisation, and cost-saving projects

Manage staffing levels, shift patterns, training, and skills development to meet current and future business requirements

Support new product introductions, trials, and process changes, ensuring a smooth transition from development into production

Prepare and present clear production reports, performance updates, and improvement plans to senior management

Profile

A successful Interim Production Manager should have

Results orientated with a real desire to improve performance through a proactive and positive approach to management.

Ambitious with a competitive edge and the capacity to bring the team along through a natural ability to inspire.

Degree Qualified in Engineering / Operations / Business

Proven experience of managing teams, ideally in a world class manufacturing environment.

Experience of implementing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices is essential.

Experience of utilising six sigma techniques

Track record of seeking and finding efficiency and cost improvements.

Experience of using OEE for measurement and the basis of improvement.

Bottom-line focus and the ability to communicate the importance of cost to the team is an important aspect of this role.

Plan and allocate resources effectively including staffing contingency planning, succession management and training

Conduct annual appraisals

Excellent professional communication skills both written and verbal

Manage waste, downtime, and performance data, ensuring accurate reporting across OEE, efficiency, product weights, and labour usage to support better decisions and performance insights.

Available to start a new role immediately or on short notice

Job Offer

Competitive salary between £45,000 and £60,000 depending on experience

Opportunity to contribute to a well-respected company in the industrial/manufacturing industry.

Fixed-term contract for six months initially with an immediate start

Potential for professional growth in the engineering and manufacturing department.

If you are an experienced Interim Production Manager looking for an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.