Are you a people:focused leader with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement? Were working with a long:established, highly respected manufacturing business in Cornwall that supplies complex mechanical and electronic systems across the aerospace, defence, automotive, and industrial sectors. Due to continued success and internal progression, theyre now seeking a Production Manager to lead day:to:day operations on the shop floor. The Opportunity This is a key leadership position overseeing a team of 20 production operators, including three Team Leaders and dedicated production engineering support. Youll play a critical role in shaping the production environment:developing schedules, improving processes, mentoring your team, and ensuring output meets quality, safety, and efficiency targets. This business has a genuine focus on people and culture, with very low staff turnover and a collaborative, team:oriented environment. Youll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions and the support to implement change. What Youll Be Doing * Creating and managing production schedules to meet demand and optimise resources * Leading, coaching and developing shop floor staff * Managing inventory, materials, and finished goods with minimal waste * Driving continuous improvement initiatives and lean principles * Upholding and promoting health and safety best practices * Monitoring performance metrics and reporting to senior leadership * Balancing quality, cost, and delivery without compromising standards What Were Looking For * Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing/production environment * Strong technical understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems * Excellent communication, coaching, and people management skills * Confidence using data to drive decisions and process improvements * Experience with lean/continuous improvement (formal certification not essential) * Background in complex production environments:such as defence, aerospace, or automotive:advantageous Bonus Points For * Familiarity with production planning tools or ERP systems * Exposure to mechanical control systems or highly regulated industries * Eligibility for (or existing) SC Security Clearance This is a rare opportunity to join a stable, innovation:driven organisation where your leadership will directly shape success on the shop floor. If youre looking to make a tangible impact in a people:first business, wed love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.