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Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and a drive to deliver world-class manufacturing performance?
Rotork is seeking an experienced and visionary Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Manchester with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will be at the helm of a high-performing team, responsible for setting and achieving ambitious production targets while overseeing all aspects of plant operations - from production scheduling and material management to supply chain, purchasing, quality, HSE, and assembly/test functions.
In this pivotal role, you will champion a culture where safety is paramount, ensuring a healthy and well-maintained working environment that extends beyond our facilities to our vendors and customers. You’ll drive strategic planning and execution of manufacturing objectives aligned with sales forecasts, inventory needs, and capacity planning. Your leadership will be instrumental in coordinating major projects, optimising plant layout, and implementing capital improvements that support long-term business goals.
You’ll lead with data, using KPIs to track efficiency and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will also include budget planning, capital expenditure, salary reviews, and compliance with regulatory standards such as OSHA, EPA, and ISO. As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll foster cross-functional collaboration, mentor and develop talent, and ensure seamless integration between operations and other business units.
If you’re ready to make a significant impact in a global organisation that values innovation, accountability, and excellence, we invite you to bring your expertise to Rotork and help shape the future of our manufacturing success.
Job Description
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for operational excellence and a drive to deliver world-class manufacturing performance?
Rotork is seeking an experienced and visionary Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Manchester with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will be at the helm of a high-performing team, responsible for setting and achieving ambitious production targets while overseeing all aspects of plant operations - from production scheduling and material management to supply chain, purchasing, quality, HSE, and assembly/test functions.
In this pivotal role, you will champion a culture where safety is paramount, ensuring a healthy and well-maintained working environment that extends beyond our facilities to our vendors and customers. You’ll drive strategic planning and execution of manufacturing objectives aligned with sales forecasts, inventory needs, and capacity planning. Your leadership will be instrumental in coordinating major projects, optimising plant layout, and implementing capital improvements that support long-term business goals.
You’ll lead with data, using KPIs to track efficiency and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will also include budget planning, capital expenditure, salary reviews, and compliance with regulatory standards such as OSHA, EPA, and ISO. As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll foster cross-functional collaboration, mentor and develop talent, and ensure seamless integration between operations and other business units.
If you’re ready to make a significant impact in a global organisation that values innovation, accountability, and excellence, we invite you to bring your expertise to Rotork and help shape the future of our manufacturing success.
Qualifications
Experience Requirements
* Proven experience in site management within a manufacturing environment
* Full P&L Responsibility
* Strong expertise in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and/or other formal productivity improvement programmes
* Outstanding management skills with the ability to coach others towards excellence
* Experience of product line introduction and change management
The Successful Candidate
* Is results driven – maximises effort to remove obstacles and achieve business results
* Has excellent planning and organisational skills
* Is committed to driving Lean and CI
* Is an excellent communicator and people leader
Additional Information
Rotork is the market-leading global flow control and instrumentation company, helping our customers manage the flow of liquids, gases and powders across many industries worldwide.
Our purpose is Keeping the World Flowing for Future Generations.
For over sixty years, the world has relied on us to create the things that keep everything moving. From oil and gas to water and shipping, pharmaceuticals and food- these are the flows on which our modern world depends.
Today we're respected and admired for our people, performance and products. Our success flows from our commitment to engineering excellence, and that's what we will always pursue, safely and sustainably.
Rotork is going through an exciting period of change and growth, building on our existing market success. It's a great time to join us and make an impact in shaping the future of our business.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management
* Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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