The Eminox Group, part of Hexadex Limited, is a majority employee-owned global engineering group with operations across the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia. We are driven by our values: authenticity, continuous improvement, customer focus, and respect for people. Together with our three companies Eminox Ltd, Ceramex Ltd, and SaveGuard we deliver world-class exhaust systems, DPF technologies, insulation solutions, and aftertreatment services to major OEMs across multiple industries. Our Plant in Gainsborough is 200 staff and this manages 6 direct reports The Opportunity Were looking for a Plant Manager / head of operations to take full responsibility for our operational performance. Youll lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensure Safety, Quality, and Delivery targets are consistently met, and champion a culture of Continuous Improvement. This role is pivotal to ensuring we remain the employer, supplier, and customer of choice while driving operational excellence and sustainable success across all business units. What Youll Do Lead all operational teams, driving performance and accountability across KPIs. - 6 direct reports Ensure compliance with global standards: IATF16949, ISO14001, OHSAS18001, ISO45001/45003. Build a strong QHSE culture and maintain all certifications. Motivate, develop, and mentor direct and indirect reports building succession pipelines. Drive engagement and empowerment to achieve world-class team performance. Deliver on Sales & Operations Planning with a focus on cost efficiency and margin growth. Lead and embed a Continuous Improvement culture, applying LEAN principles. Manage budgeting and CAPEX, ensuring financial and operational control. Strengthen customer and cross-business relationships across a global footprint. What Were Looking For Qualifications & Experience Proven Plant Manager (or equivalent) experience in engineering/manufacturing. Or can suit a senior manger looking to step up, however understanding and delivering the fundamentals are essential Ideally a background spent in modern engineering, ideally some understanding of fabrication, welding, and essentially multi-shift environments. Track record of delivering against demanding OEM customer expectations. Demonstrated success in team leadership and KPI improvement. Experience with LEAN tools and QHSE standards. Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering/Manufacturing preferred; Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or similar) desirable. Personal Qualities A natural leader and motivator, with excellent communication skills. Analytical, structured thinker with strong problem-solving abilities. Flexible, resilient, and able to adapt to changing priorities. Passionate about developing people, improving processes, and exceeding expectations. Why Join Eminox Be part of a global, innovative, and employee-owned business. Lead in a role with real impact shaping operational excellence worldwide. Work within a culture that values authenticity, improvement, and respect. Competitive package with opportunities for growth and development. Apply today and take the lead in driving our global operational success. Please ensure that you have the right to work in the UK. No sponsorship is given in this opportunity. Agencies - only direct applications are acceptable.