Production Manager

Elis is an international multi-service provider, offering textile, hygiene and facility services solutions, and we're on an exciting growth journey,  looking for top talent to help us accelerate our expansion. We are not just building a business; we are creating a workplace where ambition and enthusiasm are rewarded and where every individual can make a lasting impact.  We pride ourselves on being a meritocracy where performance is recognized and achievements are celebrated. Our employees are driven by a shared commitment to our core values: Respect, Integrity, Exemplarity, and Responsibility.

We have a great opportunity to join our Supply Chain operation at Andover as a Production Manager.  This role will be responsible to lead the Value-Added Services function in a way that maximises OTIF and drives operational excellence.     

Operations Management

• Manage the day-to-day production operation to ensure that output quality and volume is at the required level (approx. 1M pieces per year).  This includes:
• Day to day performance management of the team (30-35 operators, with 2 Production Leaders and 3 Team Leads)
• Development and improvement of standard operating procedures within the team, to include Single Point Lessons and Standard Work.
• Daily, weekly and monthly performance reporting (Volumes, On Time In Full, Quality, Efficiency measures)
• Ensuring H&S compliance including Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work are in place and maintained an that equipment is serviced and maintained appropriately.
• Ensure that service queries (mostly though Topdesk) are managed in a timely and effective manner, maintaining strong customer service and helping to drive internal process improvement.
• Maintenance of the logo and accessories platform. including accurate reporting of consumption data and managing stock accuracy.
• Implementation of production planning methods to drive appropriate output volumes and maximise on time and in full delivery; this includes:
• Development, implementation and improvement of appropriate Short Interval Control to ensure production output is maintained at the correct level and pace.
• Key stakeholder in the weekly production plan.
• Develop an Improvement Plan for the operation
• Use the existing Activity Based Value Stream Map, operating procedures and standard work, to develop and implement a lean improvement plan for the function.
• Develop a list of small projects to drive further improvement.
• Ensure a culture of continuous improvement is embedded within the team, including identifying and addressing opportunities for team members to build appropriate CI related skills.

Financial, Leadership and Management

• Lead, manage, control, and develop all employees within VAS, including recruitment, absence management and performance management, making use of appropriate training and objective setting techniques.
• Work with the Finance Manager to develop and manage the annual budget.
• Ensure that financial controls are followed regarding additional capital costs and expenses
• Ensure that costs are managed in such a way as not to exceed budget without prior approval.
• Develop and own appropriate reporting to the business relating to KPI performance, for example a quality dashboard, and capacity/efficiency statistics.

Act as a point of escalation for General Managers for VAS related issues

Essential:

• 3 years+ production management experience.
• Demonstrates an analytical and methodical approach whilst keeping the customer experience at front of mind
• Proven ability to manage tight and agile deadline in a multi-work stream environment is essential
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude, seeing challenges as opportunities.
  • Ability to understand, analyse and improve supply chain flow and / or industrial processes, at shopfloor level
  • Ability to motivate and influence people, as well as manage shop floor staff members
  • Experience of implementing Lean improvements, through methodologies such as Kaizen, 5S etc.

Desirable:

• Previous experience of a garment decoration or ‘postponement’ production operation.
• A formal qualification Lean Six Sigma

Ability to work cross functionally and with all levels of seniority, managing & influencing

• Private Medical
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site Parking
• 33 Days Holiday
• Life Assurance

A competitive Salary of circa £40,000.00 along with an exciting career with a company that supports development and ambition.  

Annual Bonus
Company Pension
Private Medical
Life Insurance 
Employee Assistance Programme