The
Eminox Group
, part of
Hexadex Limited
, is a majority employee-owned global engineering group with operations across the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia.
We are driven by our values:
authenticity, continuous improvement, customer focus, and respect for people.
Together with our three companies —
Eminox Ltd, Ceramex Ltd, and SaveGuard
— we deliver world-class exhaust systems, DPF technologies, insulation solutions, and aftertreatment services to major OEMs across multiple industries. Our Plant in Gainsborough is 200 staff and this manages 6 direct reports
The Opportunity
We're looking for a
Plant Manager / head of operations
to take full responsibility for our operational performance. You'll lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensure
Safety, Quality, and Delivery
targets are consistently met, and champion a culture of
Continuous Improvement
.
This role is pivotal to ensuring we remain the
employer, supplier, and customer of choice
while driving operational excellence and sustainable success across all business units.
What You'll Do
* Lead all
operational teams
, driving performance and accountability across KPIs. - 6 direct reports
* Ensure
compliance
with global standards: IATF16949, ISO14001, OHSAS18001, ISO45001/45003.
* Build a strong
QHSE culture
and maintain all certifications.
* Motivate, develop, and mentor
direct and indirect reports — building succession pipelines.
* Drive
engagement and empowerment
to achieve world-class team performance.
* Deliver on
Sales & Operations Planning
with a focus on cost efficiency and margin growth.
* Lead and embed a
Continuous Improvement culture
, applying LEAN principles.
* Manage
budgeting and CAPEX
, ensuring financial and operational control.
* Strengthen customer and cross-business relationships across a global footprint.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
* Proven
Plant Manager (or equivalent)
experience in engineering/manufacturing. Or can suit a senior manger looking to step up, however understanding and delivering the fundamentals are essential
* Ideally a background spent in modern engineering, ideally some understanding of
fabrication, welding, and essentially multi-shift environments
.
* Track record of delivering against
demanding OEM customer expectations
.
* Demonstrated success in
team leadership and KPI improvement
.
* Experience with
LEAN tools and QHSE standards
.
* Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering/Manufacturing preferred; Health & Safety qualification (IOSH or similar) desirable.
Personal Qualities
* A natural
leader and motivator
, with excellent communication skills.
* Analytical, structured thinker with strong
problem-solving abilities
.
* Flexible, resilient, and able to adapt to
changing priorities
.
* Passionate about
developing people, improving processes, and exceeding expectations
.
Why Join Eminox
* Be part of a
global, innovative, and employee-owned business
.
* Lead in a role with real impact — shaping operational excellence worldwide.
* Work within a culture that values
authenticity, improvement, and respect
.
* Competitive package with opportunities for growth and development.
Apply today and take the lead in driving our global operational success.
Please ensure that you have the right to work in the UK.
No sponsorship is given in this opportunity.
Agencies - only direct applications are acceptable.