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Production Operations Manager

Location:
Reading, UK
Salary:
65000 - 75000 GBP / Annually

Description

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-precision production environments? Do you enjoy taking ownership of complex manufacturing processes while leading a high-performing team? If so, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, rapidly growing organisation.

ReeVR Talent are partnered with an organisation who are looking to embed a talented Production Operations Manager to oversee the end-to-end assembly, testing, and delivery of precision products. This is a hands-on role where you’ll combine operational leadership with technical expertise to ensure every product meets the highest quality standards. You’ll lead a small but growing team, drive continuous improvement, and take ownership of production planning, quality assurance, inventory, and support workflows.

Why This Role Is Exciting

  • Opportunity to lead a highly visible, mission-critical production operation.

  • Be part of a high-growth, innovative environment where your expertise will directly shape operational success.

  • Work with a small, dedicated team and have the autonomy to influence process, quality, and culture.

  • Tackle complex challenges across manufacturing, quality, logistics, and product support.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead production, testing, and calibration of regulated product specifications and SOPs.

  • Manage production schedules, inventory, and supply chain coordination to meet ambitious delivery targets.

  • Implement and maintain quality management systems, conducting inspections and root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement.

  • Oversee RMA and product support workflows, ensuring timely repairs and replacements.

  • Mentor and develop team members, capture critical knowledge, and establish robust onboarding for new hires and contractors.

  • Interface with ERP systems and ticketing/support platforms to maintain data integrity and streamline workflows.

  • Identify opportunities for process automation, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction while maintaining the highest quality standards.

What Your Experience Needs to Look Like: 

  • Experience scaling production from prototype to volume manufacturing.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on, adaptable approach.
  • Experienced in production or manufacturing management ideally in electro-mechanical, aerospace, automotive, medical device, or advanced consumer electronics sectors.
  • Working knowledge of agile/lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, Kanban, APQP).

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Job Overview
Job Title:
Production Operations Manager
Contract:
Full Time, Permanent
Location:
Reading, UK
Industry:
Manufacturing
Salary:
65000 - 75000 GBP / Annually
Posted:
5 days ago

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