WE ARE 200 years of history and over 2,300 employees strong. WE ARE a business loaded with opportunity and career progression. WE ARE innovators, designers, makers and engineers who manufacture and provide smart, efficient, and effective building products and solutions.
Through our customer relationships, diverse building product range and solutions, we enable the creation of inspirational homes, places and spaces for us all to live and work better. With eight core product categories, underpinned by expert design and technical services, we work with architects, builders, merchants and the wider construction supply chain to build the face of Britain.
We are fully committed to a net zero future and continue to invest in expertise and product development to manufacture more efficiently and sustainably. We pride ourselves on leading for new, innovative and sustainable products and solutions, both for today and for a new era of building.
To support our progress, we are currently recruiting for a Production Systems Development Manager to come and join our team at our Chesterton site in ST5 7ES.
Key Accountabilities
* Lead the creation, development, and implementation of the Production System across the group, with the involvement of relevant functions. Provide leadership and guidance to the working group, ensuring cross-departmental collaboration and accountability.
* Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies, analysing data and implementing solutions to optimise output.
* Establish and implement structured processes for identifying and resolving root cause production challenges.
* Develop a detailed implementation plan with clear milestones and deliverables, ensuring a smooth transition from current IMS systems to Ibstock Safe Reliable Production System.
* Lead joint efforts with internal audit teams to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure compliance standards.
* Define and develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of Production System implementation, driving operational efficiency and output.
* Coach the team at factories to ensure day-to-day tasks are complete in line with expectations from the Production Systems. Perform weekly reviews to track progress on objectives and manage performance to ensure delivery, creating a high-performance team with the aim of delivering actions for the consistent application of Production Systems.
* Deputise for the Head of function when required, representing at all levels.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
* Extensive experience in a management role dealing with all levels of Management.
* Ability to motivate and encourage others; be decisive and able to work well under pressure; resolve conflicts and be good at problem-solving.
* Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written and be able to coordinate work carried out by different people and organisations.
* Innovative thinking and solutions focused.
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
* Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience preferred.
* Extensive experience in implementing production systems and maintenance programs in large-scale industrial environments.
* Strong leadership and change management skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams across multiple functions.
* Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage large-scale implementation projects within budget.
* Analytical mindset with experience in developing and using KPIs to drive performance improvements.
Think you can make a difference? WE ARE your future.
More details:
* Full-time, permanent role.
* Competitive salary.
* Bonus scheme.
* Car allowance.
* Digicare+ provided by Aviva.
* 10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General.
* 3x life insurance.
* Share Save scheme eligibility.
* Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members.
* Access to high street retail discounts platform – with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc.
* Personal development and career progression opportunities.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Ibstock Plc, we are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true selves by offering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role or other future roles across the Ibstock Group.
Ibstock Plc is committed and passionate about building a diverse environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability, or age.
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