Production Manager - Vehicle Manufacturing Rugby Up to £50,000 Permanent Full-Time

We're looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead the operations of a busy vehicle manufacturing workshop in Rugby. You'll oversee production planning, health & safety, stock control, and preventative maintenance all while supporting a skilled team of fabricators, fitters, welders, commercial bodybuilders and sprayers.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone from a fabrication, commercial vehicle, or bodybuilding background who thrives in a practical environment and enjoys solving problems on the go.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage day-to-day workshop operations Oversee production schedules, stock levels, and maintenance planning Ensure health & safety and quality standards are met Liaise with engineering to ensure smooth builds Open and close the site, monitor output, and remove production bottlenecks Support and motivate the production team to meet deadlines and targets

What Were Looking For:

Previous experience as a Production Manager in manufacturing or vehicle build Strong knowledge of welding, fabrication, and ideally bodybuilding or spraying Experience with PPM schedules, stock control, and workshop supervision Proactive, organised, and calm under pressure Confident leading teams and collaborating across departments

What's On Offer:

Salary up to £50,000 Long-term, secure position with career growth potential Positive and supportive team culture Real work-life balance not just a buzzword

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Production Manager who wants to be recognised for their leadership, knowledge, and hands-on expertise.

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