PRODUCTION MANAGER REQUIRED IN SANDBACH, CHESHIRE Are you an experienced Production Manager or Operations Manager who has previous experience within the Automotive or Fabrication industry, and are you familiar with working to IATF 16949 standards and Global 8D problem solving?!We are looking for a Production Manager to join a long-standing manufacturer in Sandbach, Cheshire, this role will be working day shifts Monday to Friday (43.5 hours per week), and the role comes with a salary between £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (DOE).The hiring manager is looking for someone who has managed a team of more than 75 staff at one time, they would also like someone who has some experience of working with a CAPEX plan.This role be working closely with the current Manufacturing Manager, anyone who has previously worked as a Fabricator Welder, or has been involved with Welding and Fabrication and have worked their way up to a Production Manager level would be well received.What You Will Do: Lead and manage production teams, including over 100 operators and team leaders, to deliver operational excellence.Develop and implement a robust production plan to achieve On Time in Full (OTIF) deliveries of over 98%.Drive Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP) performance metrics, ensuring a culture of zero waste.Oversee the introduction of new products and technologies, ensuring safe and efficient processes.Utilise tools such as 8D Problem Solving, 5S, OEE, SMED, and TPM to optimise perform