Full job descriptionOur client, a leading defence and security company, is seeking a highly skilled Production Manager to join their team in Fife. This is a permanent position, offering an opportunity to grow and contribute to an inclusive, high-performing culture.
Key Responsibilities:*Control Account Manager (CAM) for the Manufacturing function
*Control of touch labour Hours Per Unit, and other manufacturing budgets
*Development and execution of production plans to achieve customer on-time delivery
*Management of high mix and frequently changing priorities using Lean Manufacturing concepts
*Employee Performance Development
*Ownership of all safety procedures
*Driving process and quality improvements utilising RTX CORE (Customer Oriented Results & Excellence)
*Attendance and support at dual sites in West Lothian and Fife.
Job Requirements:
Skills and Experience:
Experience in a Production Management, Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related role
*Qualified to Degree or Diploma level in a Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related discipline

Desirable
*Experience in an Electronics / Electro-mechanical manufacturing environment
*Experience in management of budget versus bid
*Highly effective people management skills
*Highly effective organisational and communication skills
*A highly disciplined approach in the work environment
*Experience in using SAP / shopfloor control systems
*Experience in EVMS (Earned Value Management System)
Benefits:*Competitive salaries
*25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, with the opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days
*Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
*Company bonus scheme (discretionary)
*6 times salary ’Life Assurance’ with pension
*Flexible Benefits scheme including Health Cashplan, Dental, Cycle to Work amongst others
*Enhanced sick pay
*Enhanced family friendly policies including maternity, paternity & shared parental leave
*Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/role)
*Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade)
Work Culture:*37-hour working week, early 1.30pm finish on Fridays
*Flexible working culture focussed on output
*Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year

If you are an experienced Production Manager looking to join a dynamic team in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career.