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If the answer to the points above is YES, then we have an exciting opportunity for a Production Manager to join a skilled and driven team for the confidential despatch department at our dedicated 220,000 sq ft print, warehousing and marking facility in Duxford (Cambridge). Cambridge Assessment is Europe's largest international examinations group and plays a leading role in researching, developing and delivering assessment across the world. Our qualifications are delivered in over 170 countries and we are managing continued significant growth. With sites in Cambridge and the West Midlands, we have over 2,000 staff in the UK plus over 20,000 who work with us as associates worldwide. Reporting to the Operations Manager - Confidential Despatch, this role is vital in planning and delivering the accurate and time-critical collation of over 40 million examination items per annum. The successful applicant will lead a team of up to 28 people, to ensure an efficient, cost effective and professional delivery utilising multi-million pound SITMA counting & verification machines. He/she will inspire performance improvement through proven 6-Sigma, LEAN and problem solving techniques. The individual will be required to assist in the resolution of issues, liaising with Cambridge Assessment's 3 business streams and other departments within Group Print and Operations. The successful candidate will be given full training on the SITMA machine, if required. Person Specification: • Absolute commitment to Health and Safety • Team player – dedicated to the site-wide team ethos • Good communication skills, oral and written • High standards • Embracing change and respecting procedures • Confident decision making skills • Driven to enhance KPIs • Keen to develop people and provide leadership for the team • IT competence with Microsoft Office Suite • Experience of working in strictly controlled environment requiring high security compliance • Energetic, tenacious and resilient, relishing new challenges Job title: Production Manager Job Ref: DC1134 (to be used for invoicing purposes if applicable) Salary: £29,600 - £33,300 Contract type: full-time, permanent Location: Whittlesford, Cambridgeshire Submit your application online: jobs.cambridgeassessment.org.uk