Vacancy Summary
At Severfield, we’re creating better ways to build for a world of changing demands.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Production Director to oversee all aspects of production operations at our Dalton based facility in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, with responsibility for approximately 400 people across all departments of the site.
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it together!
Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.
The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the bar high in their highly complex market!
Vacancy Details
In the Production Director position you will lead and oversee all aspects of production operations, as well as being responsible for ensuring efficient, cost-effective manufacturing while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and delivery.

Other responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Leading and managing the daily operations of the production department such as planning, fabrication, welding, machining, painting, stock yard management and loading.
• Developing and implementing strategies to meet production targets, improve operational efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Ensuring that all production activities meet quality standards, project specifications, and customer expectations.
• Collaborating with NPI, Design, Quality, Procurement, Operational functions and Finance to ensure seamless workflow and project execution.
• Maintaining and promoting a safe and compliant work environment by enforcing health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Ensuring that the Production management teams are recruiting, training, and undertaking performance management of production colleagues.
• Analysing production data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective/improvement actions.
• Managing the department budget, monitor expenditures, and ensure resource optimisation.
• Contributing and leading the implementation of our continuous improvement program, including lean manufacturing.
• Ensure the 4 core values and the behaviours of ‘The Severfield Way’ are being embedded into the culture within Manufacturing, engage and mentor the production teams.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate have extensive experience in a similar role within manufacturing or steel fabrication industry. And will bring strong leadership, strategic planning, and operational expertise to drive productivity and continuous improvement across the manufacturing site.

• Ideally either Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field, or extensive experience in heavy manufacturing or steel fabrication industry with demonstratable experience as a senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes including cutting, welding, forming, and finishing.
• Demonstrated expertise in production planning, workflow optimisation, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Exceptional leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production management software.
• Familiarity with quality assurance standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AWS, ASME).
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or Project Management is highly desirable.

What We Offer
At Severfield, we’re all about doing the right thing, so as you’d expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Recruitment agencies - Please note that we kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies or third-party providers regarding this role. We genuinely appreciate your interest but are currently managing our hiring process in-house.
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK’s highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK’s largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.

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Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.
Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits including:
25 days holiday
7% employer pension contributions
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Employee benefits scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Save as you earn
Free onsite parking (role specific)
Business health insurance
Job Reference: SUKIE0045

Other responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Leading and managing the daily operations of the production department such as planning, fabrication, welding, machining, painting, stock yard management and loading.
• Developing and implementing strategies to meet production targets, improve operational efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Ensuring that all production activities meet quality standards, project specifications, and customer expectations.
• Collaborating with NPI, Design, Quality, Procurement, Operational functions and Finance to ensure seamless workflow and project execution.
• Maintaining and promoting a safe and compliant work environment by enforcing health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Ensuring that the Production management teams are recruiting, training, and undertaking performance management of production colleagues.
• Analysing production data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective/improvement actions.
• Managing the department budget, monitor expenditures, and ensure resource optimisation.
• Contributing and leading the implementation of our continuous improvement program, including lean manufacturing.
• Ensure the 4 core values and the behaviours of ‘The Severfield Way’ are being embedded into the culture within Manufacturing, engage and mentor the production teams

The ideal candidate have extensive experience in a similar role within manufacturing or steel fabrication industry. And will bring strong leadership, strategic planning, and operational expertise to drive productivity and continuous improvement across the manufacturing site.

• Ideally either Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field, or extensive experience in heavy manufacturing or steel fabrication industry with demonstratable experience as a senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes including cutting, welding, forming, and finishing.
• Demonstrated expertise in production planning, workflow optimisation, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Exceptional leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production management software.
• Familiarity with quality assurance standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AWS, ASME).
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or Project Management is highly desirable