First female Production Manager appointed at Allan Brothers

Allan Brothers is celebrating the upcoming Women in Construction Week (March 1 – 7) with the appointment of Linzi Jo Watson as its first female Production Manager at its factory in Berwick upon Tweed.

In her new role, Linzi will be responsible for all factory operations, from the delivery of raw timber to the operation of the machine centre, assembly, and finishing, and managing a team of over 50 operatives.

Having started her career in women’s fashion, Linzi joined Allan Brothers as a customer service assistant 17 years ago. Since then, she has worked her way up, gaining broad-based experience of the business as Planning and Logistics Manager, Internal Sales and Planning Manager, and latterly Production Section and Planning Manager.

Linzi said: “My younger self would never have dreamt that I would end up in charge of factory operations for a busy timber window and door manufacturer.

“I really love the hands-on nature of production, with the day-to-day challenge of juggling the logistics of tight schedules, managing stock, and maintaining strict health and safety standards, whilst making sure that our products leave the factory gate in top condition.  It’s been a huge learning curve, and the team’s supported me every step of the way!”

Morten Bach Valsted, Managing Director of Allan Brothers, added: “We’re really proud of Linzi’s achievement. Her leadership qualities, dedication and deep understanding of the whole business from initial quote to delivery have more than earned her this promotion to one of our most demanding senior roles, which will be key to this year’s ambitious growth plans.”

Allan Brothers manufactures approximately 15,000 window and door wings per year and, with the introduction of new product lines, has growth targets of 15–20% in 2026.

For more information about Allan Brothers, contact: enquiries@allanbrothers.co.uk or visit: www.allanbrothers.co.uk