Overview
The Manufacturing Plant Manager will lead one of the group’s key factories in Basildon. The group is a UK market leader in the FMCG industry, manufacturing high‑volume products in automated processes. You will transform the plant from good to great, driving improvement activities and future development across the site.
What’s in it for you as a Manufacturing Plant Manager
* Base Salary of circa £80,000 per annum
* Company bonus of 15%
* Highly attractive car allowance of £7,500
* Location – Basildon
* Comprehensive pension
* Employee benefits program
* Permanent Position with a market‑leading FMCG international manufacturing group
* Training and career progression opportunities
Roles and Responsibilities
You will be a proven Production Manager with a track record delivering improvements in culture, efficiency, and productivity. You know what world‑class looks like and have led a business through a similar journey. You will implement improvements, understand associated challenges, and demonstrate results. You understand the impact of leadership on culture, and the impact of culture on processes. The leadership culture is mature, accountable, and offers excellent work‑life balance. Continued growth and development are available through the organisation’s multiple UK sites and succession planning strategy.
Key requirements of Manufacturing Plant Manager
* A proven track record of managing and developing manufacturing operations within an automated or semi‑automated environment
* Extensive experience of utilizing lean and continuous improvement tools to drive efficiencies and best practice (OEE, TPM, 5S, VSM, etc.)
* Accustomed to managing budgets and CAPEX
* Knowledge of engineering maintenance and plant‑based improvements is a distinct advantage but not essential
* A strong appreciation for health and safety, ideally supported with a formal qualification (training can be provided)
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