1. Well established manufacturing company
2. Excellent career development opportunity to senior management
About Our Client
Our client is a growing manufacturing company and a market leader in its field.
Job Description
· Directing all aspects of manufacturing in order to produce cost-effective, timely and high quality products in a safe & secure working environment.· Improve operational management systems, processes and drive best practice· Develop & mentor the manufacturing teamMain Duties and Responsibilities· Manage the development, implementation and continual improvement of the operating methods, equipment, systems infrastructure used to realize operating goals and objectives· Directing development of production work schedules to meet internal goals and customer expectations; monitoring process and personnel performance of scheduled work activities to remove operating impediments and achieve established operating goals.· Ensures the compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to drive performance improvements (S,Q,D,C,P)· Conduct regular performance evaluations & provide constructive feedback and coaching· Focus on driving efficiencies & margin enhancement· Identify & implement automation solutions
The Successful Applicant
You have have an industrial manufacturing background - mechanical engineering, metal work (welding, fabrication, assembly), machining, precision engineering components etc in a production or shift management role.· Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.· Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.· Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.· Knowledge and understanding of Lean principles and Six Sigma methodology to continuously improve the business.· Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies : Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.· Proven progressive responsibility in manufacturing, including experience in formal manufacturing operations leadership.· Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization, to direct and motivate people to ensure goals are met.· Proven experience in a manufacturing or production management role· Desired experience in sustainable manufacturing, embracing technological advancements, and implementing automation solutions· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills· Computer literate
What's on Offer
£60,000 to £70,000 plus benefits