Manufacturing Manager – FMCG / Operational Excellence / Leadership
📍 Hengoed, South Wales
💰 £65,000 – £70,000 + Bonus + Enhanced Pension + Private Healthcare + Life Insurance
🕒 Full-time | Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00
🌍 About the Company
Adeptus are proud to be exclusively partnered with a successful, internationally operating FMCG manufacturer – a forward-thinking organisation known for innovation, investment in people, and continuous improvement.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to join a modern, high-technology production facility and lead large-scale operations in a fast-moving environment.
🚀 The Opportunity
As Manufacturing Manager, you’ll lead a team of over 75 (including Production Shift Managers and Line Leaders) to deliver world-class performance in safety, quality, and efficiency.
Reporting directly to the Manufacturing Director / Senior Operations Manager, you’ll shape production strategy, drive lean initiatives, and foster a culture of excellence and engagement across your teams.
🔧 Key Responsibilities
* Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet performance, quality, and safety objectives.
* Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, embedding tools such as Six Sigma, 5S, OEE, and Kaizen.
* Develop and coach high-performing teams, promoting accountability and empowerment.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain to optimise production flow.
* Define and communicate KPIs and ensure performance tracking across all levels.
* Manage change effectively, inspiring teams through growth and transformation.
* Oversee compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Support and develop the site’s Energy Management System, ensuring energy efficiency goals are achieved.
🎯 About You
* Degree-qualified in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
* Strong background as a Manufacturing or Production Manager within FMCG or automotive environments.
* Deep understanding of lean / cellular manufacturing and process improvement.
* Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in performance and cost efficiency.
* Collaborative, hands-on leader with excellent communication and people management skills.
💡 What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary: £65,000 – £70,000
* Bonus scheme, enhanced pension, private healthcare, and life insurance
* Modern, innovative working environment with cutting-edge technology
* Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a global FMCG organisation
📢 Ready to Lead Change?
If you’re a results-driven Manufacturing Manager who thrives on challenge and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.
* 👉 Apply now or reach out directly to start a confidential conversation.