We're looking for an experienced and driven Manufacturing Manager to join our team in York. This role is central to delivering operational excellence - leading production performance, driving continuous improvement, and creating a safe, motivated, and high-performing workplace. As Manufacturing Manager, you'll partner closely with the Head of Operations to deliver the site's strategic objectives, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency targets are consistently achieved. You'll inspire your team to challenge the status quo, embrace change, and deliver best-in-class manufacturing performance.
What You’ll Do
* Support the Head of Operations in delivering the strategic vision and daily operational plan for your area.
* Monitor production performance to ensure operations are within plan - yield, wastage, energy, labour, and material costs - recommending actions where required.
* Lead improvement projects in line with the operations strategy.
* Ensure effective management control systems are in place across production areas.
* Reduce workplace accidents through proactive engagement and participation in the Valeo Site Safety Audit Programme.
* Maintain product quality standards through strict adherence to high manufacturing and hygiene standards.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the site remains audit-ready.
* Drive continuous improvement of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and other key performance metrics.
* Champion corporate programs across Safety, Quality, Lean, Environmental and People initiatives.
* Build and lead a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
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