Plant Manager
Location: Northampton
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Career progression opportunity
Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for sustainability and operational excellence? We're recruiting for a Plant Manager to join a growing recycling company in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a busy site, lead a dedicated team, and drive productivity in a business that's making a real environmental impact.
The Role
As Plant Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring production targets are met, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and motivated working environment. The role is split 60% shop floor, 40% office-based, giving you the chance to lead from the front while managing planning, reporting, and team development.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise a team across production and recycling operations
* Monitor and improve productivity, quality, and safety standards
* Manage workflow, shift planning, and resource allocation
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and staff training
* Liaise with senior management on performance and operational updates
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
What We're Looking For
1. Proven experience in a supervisory or plant management role (manufacturing, recycling, or similar)
2. Str...