Production Department Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 18, 2026. Johnson Matthey scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job title: Production Department Manager
Location: Swindon
At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Production Department Manager you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation. You’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern society and enhancing lives - as we continue to apply, refine and recycle metals that matter, for a healthier and more resilient future.
The role:
As a Production Department Manager, you will help drive our goals by:
To oversee and drive daily departmental performance, including managing the production team and coordinating support functions within a matrix management structure.
Provide leadership in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to enhance processes, equipment, staff awareness, and training, ensuring continuous EHS improvements and alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs) as well as regulatory and corporate requirements. Responsible for overseeing the department’s EHS performance.
Ensure that all corrective actions identified in incident reports within your areas of responsibility are appropriate, completed thoroughly, and within the established timelines.
Foster a "quality first" approach and drive ongoing improvements in the quality output produced by the team.
Contribute to and help build robust processes based on Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
Collaborate with the Engineering team to identify critical equipment, develop preventive maintenance strategies, and establish asset lifecycle management plans, including the strategic replacement of equipment.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role :
Proven experience in managing production operations, driving efficiency, and leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of general Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) management principles.
Proven leadership and decision-making abilities and the ability to lead by example and build a successful team.
High energy and enthusiasm for the role and team development
Strong business and customer awareness.
Skilled at distilling complex situations into clear, concise summaries for senior leadership or non-experts.
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
Competitive retirement savings
Company matched Share Incentive Plan
Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness
Medical plans/health assessments
Retailer and Wellbeing discounts
Competitive annual incentive plan
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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