Exciting Opportunity to Join a Global Manufacturing Leader as Manufacturing Operations Manager near Wigan
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic individual to join our client, a global Manufacturing leader (c.$1bn Group Revenue) to lead and manage the full end-to-end manufacturing operation for their site near Wigan, West Lancashire.
As the Manufacturing Operations Manager for our client's Manufacturing Site near Wigan, you'll be reporting into a Group Operations Director and responsible for leading the full end-to-end operation of a fast-paced Continuous Process 24*5 Site.
You'll have 3 direct reports (Engineering Manager, Production Manager & Warehouse Manager) with c.70 indirect reports and an Ops Budget of circa £6m.
Key Responsibilities of Manufacturing Operations Manager:
1. Site Strategy & Leadership: You'll be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans that align production processes with business objectives to increase yield, profitability and throughput, identifying & leading Continuous Improvement Activities on-site to reduce waste & inefficiency.
2. Decrease Downtime: Minimising downtime is key to maintaining efficient factory performance. You'll work closely with the maintenance and production teams to identify and eliminate downtime issues and implement preventative maintenance strategies.
3. Manufacturing Management & Operational Excellence: You'll lead and manage the production team to ensure that all operations are performed safely, efficiently, and effectively, implementing operational excellence initiatives like LEAN, 5S, SMED, KAIZEN, and SIX SIGMA programs.
4. Health & Safety: You'll ensure that all health and safety regulations are adhered to and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Qualifications / Skills Required for Manufacturing Operations Manager:
1. Qualified by Experience OR HNC / HND / C&G / Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
2. Extensive knowledge and experience of Site / Production / Manufacturing / Operations Management within a continuous production / manufacture process environment (Food, Drink, Heavy Process, Paper Mills etc).
3. Holds NEBOSH Certificates (or similar).
4. Knowledgeable about HSE regulations - Experience implementing approved policies/procedures related thereunto desirable.
5. Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve their goals.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
7. Results-driven, with a focus on continuous improvement and achieving targets.
For the successful Manufacturing Operations Manager, a salary of up to £80,000 + Car + Package is on offer.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Global Manufacturing Leader and develop your career within a highly reputable company. Apply today and take the first step towards a bright future.
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