Production Manager

Production Manager Are you an experienced Production Manager ready to lead within a high-volume, performance-driven manufacturing environment? Do you excel at driving operational efficiency, developing teams, and delivering against demanding production and quality targets? DENSO is a $47.2 billion global mobility supplier developing advanced technology and components for nearly every vehicle on the road.

At DENSO Marston Ltd in Shipley, West Yorkshire, we design and manufacture high-performance heat exchange units and cooling modules for leading OEMs across off-highway construction, agricultural and power generation markets.

This is an opportunity to take a leading role within a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of manufacturing excellence and mobility innovation.

You will have the platform to influence operational strategy, drive meaningful improvements and develop high-performing teams within a business that values continuous improvement and technical excellence.

If you are looking to step into a role where you can make a tangible impact and lead from the front, this is a strong next move.

Working Hours & Benefits Monday–Thursday: 8:30am – 5:00pm Friday: 8:30am – 1:30pm

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Benefits include

Company car or Car Allowance

Private medical insurance

Pension (up to 10% employer contribution)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Permanent Health Insurance

Subsidised canteen

Discounted gym membership

Discounts across 100s of UK retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

The Role

As a Production Manager, you will take full accountability for delivering production performance across your area, ensuring targets relating to output, quality, cost and delivery are consistently achieved. This is a pivotal leadership role within the operation, requiring a strong focus on continuous improvement, people development and cross-functional collaboration. You will play a key role in driving operational excellence, supporting new product introduction (NPI), and embedding a high-performance culture aligned to business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of production targets, ensuring alignment with customer schedules and quality standards

Drive achievement of KPIs across safety, quality, cost and delivery on a daily, weekly and monthly basis

Analyse production data and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

Lead, coach and develop a team of Supervisors to build a high-performing, flexible workforce

Establish and review manning requirements in line with production plans and training matrices

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring process effectiveness and compliance

Promote and embed Lean manufacturing principles, including TPM, 5S and waste reduction initiatives

Manage departmental budgets, including overtime control in line with business objectives

Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and IATF standards

Drive effective cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Maintenance, HR, Finance and Supply Chain

Manage employee relations matters, including performance, conduct and engagement

Ensure robust communication across teams to enhance engagement and operational performance

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in a Production Manager or senior manufacturing leadership role

Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) within a relevant discipline

Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams

Demonstrated ability to drive performance within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach

Excellent communication and stakeholder management capability

Experience of Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Good understanding of Health & Safety and regulatory compliance within manufacturing