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Reporting directly to the General Manager, you'll take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the manufacturing operation, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll provide leadership across production and maintenance teams, ensuring targets are met while continually identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs and maximise productivity. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll spend time on the shop floor as well as working strategically to support the company's long-term objectives.
Job Responsibility
Lead the daily running of the manufacturing operation
Inspire, motivate and develop production and maintenance teams
Deliver production targets and operational KPIs
Maximise efficiency through effective planning and resource management
Ensure machinery and equipment are maintained to minimise downtime
Champion a positive Health & Safety culture across the site
Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
Maintain and enhance quality standards and production processes
Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor operational performance and analyse KPI data to identify opportunities for improvement
Support budgeting, forecasting and operational cost control
Oversee inventory planning and stock management
Work closely with senior leadership to achieve wider business objectives
Requirements
Previous experience in an Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Production Manager position
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
Experience of delivering operational KPIs and driving business performance
Excellent understanding of Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment
Strong commercial awareness and a focus on continuous improvement
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Good IT skills and experience using operational reporting systems
A practical, hands-on management style
Nice to have
Degree (or equivalent) in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations or a related discipline
NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement qualification
What we offer
Performance-related bonus
Early finish every Friday
Free on-site parking
Employee wellbeing programme
Free eye tests
Annual health checks
The opportunity to shape and improve operational performance within a growing business