We are supporting Lignacite, a leading UK manufacturer of sustainable concrete blocks, in their search for an Operations & Production Director. Operating across two major sites in Brandon (Suffolk) and Nazeing (Essex), Lignacite supply high-performance products to the construction industry and are renowned for quality, innovation, and long-term stability.
This is a senior leadership role overseeing all operational performance, people management, and continuous improvement across both manufacturing sites.
Key responsibilities:
* Provide visible, hands-on leadership across both production sites
* Drive operational performance, efficiency, OEE, quality, and safety
* Lead and develop large multi-skilled teams (2 direct reports, 40+ indirect)
* Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and labour management
* Manage capital projects, site upgrades, and new technology implementation
* Maintain high standards in H&S, environmental compliance, and QMS
* Oversee raw materials, inventory control, and product quality assurance
* Lead relationships with key suppliers and manage major contract negotiations
* Support integration of new product innovations into full-scale production
About you:
* Senior operational leader from heavy manufacturing, aggregates, quarrying or related industries
* Highly hands-on and resilient with strong site presence
* Experienced in leading large teams and managing complex operations
* Strong understanding of CI, automation, process optimisation and KPI delivery
* Commercially aware with board-level potential
* Capable of driving cultural change and building high-performing teams
Why join Lignacite?
* Long-established and highly respected UK manufacturer
* Significant influence across two major production sites
* Strong leadership support, including transition with outgoing director
* Excellent long-term progression with clear strategic impact
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven operations leader to join Lignacite and shape the future of its manufacturing capability.
Apply today for immediate consideration.