Head of Manufacturing
Location: North West London
Salary: Competitive Benefits
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-2pm (compressed working week)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Manufacturing to lead a well-established UK manufacturing operation based in North West London.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take full responsibility for production, operations, and continuous improvement across a multi-disciplinary manufacturing site.
You'll be joining a respected business with a strong heritage, known for its high-quality products, innovation, and commitment to excellence. The company operates across several production areas including textiles, metalwork, and electronics, supplying customers across the UK and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and develop a team of skilled production and operations staff across multiple manufacturing departments including electrical assembly, textiles, engineering, forge and electronic assembly.
2. Drive performance through effective leadership, motivation, and clear KPIs.
3. Oversee all factory operations including production planning, quality control, and on-time delivery.
4. Implement continuous improvement strategies to increase productivity and efficiency.
5. Ensure Health & Safety compliance across all departments, supported by external H&S advisors.
6. Manage facilities and building services, ensuring equipment and site standards are maintained.
7. Work closely with senior leadership to align manufacturing strategy with overall business goals.
8. Produce regular operational reports and performance updates.
Skills and Experience Required
9. Proven experience as a Head of Manufacturing, Factory Manager, Production Manager, or Operations Manager within a manufacturing environment.
10. Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop teams.
11. Experience working within a multi-process or multi-discipline manufacturing environment (., metalwork, textiles, assembly, or engineering).
12. Good understanding of Lean manufacturing, KPIs, and continuous improvement methodologies.
13. Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.
14. Solid knowledge of Health & Safety and HR processes.
15. A proactive, hands-on manager who enjoys solving problems and driving operational excellence.
Why Apply?
16. Join a respected and growing UK manufacturer with a proud reputation for quality and innovation.
17. Take full ownership of the manufacturing function, with the autonomy to shape and improve performance.
18. Work a compressed four-and-a-half-day week, giving you a great work-life balance.
19. Be part of a collaborative senior leadership team that values your expertise and input.
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