Site Lead
Join a Growing Force in the UK Food Industry
My client is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers and distributors in the food sector — proudly supplying major national retailers, food service providers, and blue‑chip corporations. With their headquarters based in the heart of the West Midlands, they are a business built on ambition, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
The role
Reporting to the Group Operations Manager, you’ll take full ownership of our Wednesbury site — driving operational excellence across Manufacturing, Engineering, Warehousing, and Facilities. You’ll shape our culture, inspire teams, and deliver results that move the business forward.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and embed a world‑class Health, Safety & Environmental culture.
* Drive operational performance across production, distribution, and warehousing to meet and exceed KPIs.
* Provide strong, supportive leadership through coaching, developing, and motivating your team.
* Oversee daily site operations with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.
* Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure effective communication and alignment across departments.
* Support the strategic planning and execution of business growth initiatives.
* Manage recruitment, performance, and professional development across the site team.
* Monitor and report on site performance and progress against key metrics.
* Ensure full compliance with GMP, ISO, and all relevant regulatory or best practice frameworks.
* Take ownership of site resources, driving capital projects and cost control initiatives.
About You
* A proven operational leader, ideally with experience in food manufacturing or production environments.
* Experienced in working with modern ERP systems and confident using technology to drive efficiency.
* A change leader — proactive, accountable, and committed to continuous improvement.
* Skilled at developing teams and first‑line managers to achieve their full potential.
* Ambitious and forward‑thinking, with the capability to progress into more senior roles within the business.
* An excellent communicator and collaborator, able to influence and inspire at all levels.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Manufacturing and Food & Beverage Manufacturing
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