Head of Manufacturing
Birkenhead, Wirral | Permanent, Full-Time
Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader ready to take charge of a dynamic, growing plant?
This is a pivotal, hands-on leadership role reporting directly to the Managing Director. You'll take ownership of day-to-day plant operations, driving productivity, quality, safety and continuous improvement while leading a diverse team of permanent and agency staff.
What You'll Be Doing
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Providing visionary, hands-on leadership across all plant operations
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Delivering sustained improvements in productivity, quality and efficiency against business KPIs
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Leading, motivating and developing a diverse workforce of permanent and agency operators
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Working cross-functionally with engineering, quality, technical and finance teams
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Championing Lean Six Sigma and embedding a culture of continuous improvement
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Managing HR processes including appraisals, capability reviews and disciplinary/grievance matters
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Upholding rigorous health, safety and environmental standards
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Managing operational budgets and addressing variances proactively
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Partnering with engineering on process improvement and capital projects
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Balancing competing priorities to maximise machine utilisation and output
What We're Looking For
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A proven track record in operations management within manufacturing
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A strong engineering background — Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical
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Demonstrated leadership of both permanent and agency teams
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Hands-on experience applying Lean Six Sigma to drive real, measurable results
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Solid experience managing HR-related processes
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Excellent communication and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
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Previous experience as part of a Senior Leadership Team
