Job Description

Unit Production Manager – Automotive – Cheshire – £DOE

Location: North West England (On-site, 5 days per week)

Salary: £DOE (Dependent on Experience)

Company Overview

A long-standing, engineering-focused specialist vehicle modification enterprise serving defense, emergency services, and commercial transport sectors. The firm specializes in intricate, low-capacity, high-detail vehicle projects and is actively expanding its fabrication and engineering divisions. Operating within a strictly controlled sector, the organization prioritizes technical adherence, safety, and superior quality.

The Role

The Unit Production Manager will assume complete accountability for routine manufacturing operations within a vehicle modification department. You will be tasked with the strategy, organization, and execution of vehicle builds, supervising diverse technical crews to guarantee that client requirements, quality benchmarks, and distribution timelines are achieved. This position is entirely based on-site and is deeply involved in daily operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Oversee all routine manufacturing tasks within the department
Develop production timelines and distribute necessary resources
Direct and supervise manufacturing staff to achieve quality and volume goals
Verify that crews are utilizing the most recent BoMs, technical drawings, and specifications
Monitor inventory levels and interface with external vendors
Oversee the integration of electrical boards, wiring harnesses, and metalwork tasks
Handle documentation for specification adjustments (SCNs)
Record personnel hours and track operational productivity
Guarantee adherence to Health & Safety protocols, legal frameworks, and quality management systems
Interface with clients and participate in internal stakeholder sessions

Candidate Profile

Robust background in operations or manufacturing management
Proven history of guiding staff within a manufacturing or engineering setting
Exceptional organizational talents with a focus on precision
Assured in overseeing various operational flows at once
Preference for candidates with an automotive, custom vehicle, or matching background
Prepared to operate in a 100% on-site capacity

What’s on Offer

Vital leadership position within operations
Significant degree of independence and accountability
Engagement with sophisticated vehicle engineering projects
Permanent stability within a reputable organization

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	EVEREC
Location	Blacon, United Kingdom
Locality	Blacon / Cheshire
Country	United Kingdom
City	Chester
Region	North West England
Job Type	Full-time
Salaries	£DOE (Dependent on Experience)
Experience Level	Strong Management Background
Travel	100% On-site (5 days per week)
Language	English
Benefits	Operational Autonomy, Long-term Stability

Skills & Competency Table

Key Skill	Competency Level
Production Planning	Expert
Automotive/Vehicle Engineering	Advanced
Resource Allocation	Expert
Resource Management (BoMs/SCNs)	Advanced
Compliance & H&S	Expert
Team Leadership	Expert

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Annual Salary	Bonus	Total Compensation	Notes
£45,000 – £60,000	TBD	£45,000 – £60,000+	Estimated range for automotive management in Cheshire 2026.

Job Summary

Manage day-to-day operations for a specialist vehicle conversion unit in Cheshire. This on-site leadership role involves planning complex builds, managing BoMs, and coordinating multi-skilled teams for emergency and defense projects. You will oversee quality compliance and resource allocation to meet high-specification customer requirements in a regulated engineering environment.

FAQs

Is this a remote or hybrid role?

No, this position is 100% on-site at the Cheshire facility, five days per week, due to the operational nature of the work.

What specific vehicle sectors does the company serve?

The company works on high-specification programs for the emergency services, defense, and commercial vehicle platforms.

What documentation will I be responsible for?

You will manage technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BoMs), and Specification Change Notices (SCNs).

Is automotive experience mandatory?

While an automotive or specialist vehicle background is highly preferred, a strong production management background in engineering is required.

Who is the point of contact for applications?

Interested candidates can apply via LinkedIn or contact Dan Avila directly via email.

Expert Analysis

This role is ideal for a hands-on manager who prefers low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing over mass production. The “engineering-led” nature of the firm suggests that technical literacy in fabrication and electrical systems (wiring looms) is just as critical as people management for meeting stringent defense and emergency service standards.

Location & Logistics Guide

Blacon is situated on the outskirts of Chester, providing excellent access to the industrial corridors of North West England and North Wales. Its proximity to the M56 and A55 makes it a strategic hub for automotive engineering and logistics within the Cheshire West and Chester region.

Wikipedia URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacon

Career Path

Success in this role typically leads to Operations Director or Site Manager positions. Given the firm’s focus on specialist defense and emergency platforms, a Unit Production Manager can also transition into Project Director roles, overseeing multi-million-pound government contracts for vehicle fleet procurement and technical development.

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