Our client, a leading defence and security company, is seeking a highly skilled Production Manager to join their team in West Lothian. 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 functionControl of touch labour Hours Per Unit, and other manufacturing budgetsDevelopment and execution of production plans to achieve customer on-time deliveryManagement of high mix and frequently changing priorities using Lean Manufacturing conceptsEmployee Performance DevelopmentOwnership of all safety proceduresDriving process and quality improvements utilising RTX CORE (Customer Oriented Results and 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 roleQualified to Degree or Diploma level in a Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related disciplineDesirableExperience in an Electronics / Electro-mechanical manufacturing environmentExperience in management of budget versus bidHighly effective people management skillsHighly effective organisational and communication skillsA highly disciplined approach in the work environmentExperience in using SAP / shopfloor control systemsExperience in EVMS (Earned Value Management System)Benefits:Competitive salaries25 days holiday + ..... full job details .....