Production Manager in Penrith, North West

Penrith

permanent, full-time

£50,000 per annum

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Penrith, North West

Penrith, in Cumbria, is a thriving market town known for its tourism, retail, and logistics sectors. Located just outside the Lake District National Park, Penrith benefits from steady year-round trade in hospitality, outdoor leisure, and transport services. Its strategic position near the M6 and A66 makes it a key logistics and service hub for northern England. Employers include distribution firms, hotels, local councils, and small manufacturers. Job seekers can find opportunities in retail, administration, customer service, and skilled trades. Ongoing investment in tourism infrastructure and housing continues to support economic stability. Combining a high quality of life with scenic surroundings and practical job opportunities, Penrith offers an excellent balance for professionals seeking career security and lifestyle appeal in the North West.

About Manufacturing

The UK manufacturing sector is a key driver of innovation and exports, producing everything from advanced aerospace components to everyday consumer goods. Employers range from global automotive and engineering firms to specialised SMEs. Careers in manufacturing offer opportunities in production, quality control, maintenance, logistics, and management. With the rise of automation and smart technologies, demand is high for workers skilled in robotics, CAD design, and process optimisation. Manufacturing roles are attractive to those seeking practical, hands-on careers with strong job security and progression.

Production Manager
Salary: £50,000 plus Benefits
Location: Penrith, Cumbria

We are currently recruiting for a Production Manager to join a market-leading organisation in Penrith, Cumbria. Working for a company that is constantly investing in people, well known for their manufacturing excellence and strong culture, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career.

The Production Manager will be responsible for managing around 20 members of staff with the ability to motivate and develop to achieve company KPI’s. The Production Manager will be required to work on projects, attend managerial meetings as well as cover for the Operations Manager when they are on annual leave.

Skills required for an Production Manager:

The Production Manager will have strong leadership, coaching and managerial skills.
Working within a Manufacturing environment previously within a Production Management position.
Able to manage team leaders and operatives of various sizes.
Ability to develop and motivate team to achieve and improve on KPI’s.
Worked on projects with other areas of the business and attend managerial meetings.
Strong communicator with the ability to influence.
Pride themselves on high levels of health & safety, quality and environmental standards.

The Production Manager will benefit from:

Competitive Salary with regular salary reviews.
Extensive training and development opportunities.
Clear progression path into senior engineering leadership positions.
Attractive pension scheme.

Benefits: Pension, Bonus, Holidays

Commutable: Penrith, Cumbria

If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.
For further details, contact Andrew McFarlane.
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