* Full site responsibility for manufacturing operations across the plant
* Opportunity to put your stamp on a well-known local business
About Our Client
I'm currently working in partnership with a highly successful Doncaster based manufacturer who supply a range of large assembly-based products to a stable and growing customer base.
This leading UK business has experienced impressive growth in recent years and are looking for a Production Operations Manager / Factory Manager to maximise productivity, minimise cost and maintain quality through effective management of their manufacturing teams.
Job Description
The Factory Operations Manager will have full responsibility for the day-to-day running of production, manufacturing and assembly across the site, and will have a huge impact on the strategic direction of the business.
Responsibilities will include:
* Ownership of the production plan and its implementation
* Working alongside engineering and supply chain to ensure on time delivery of a quality product to all customers
* Leading, motivating and developing a skilled workforce through regular communications and reviews
* Creating and implementing relevant KPIs to track and improve efficiency
* Instilling a collaborative approach across the team where people communicate with openness, honesty and with autonomy over their area of responsibility
* Modelling a 'safety first' culture, ensuring operational procedures, equipment and processes allow for a safe working environment for all employees
* Driving continuous improvement activities and working alongside the MD to review strategic developments for the business's long term success
The Successful Applicant
Successful candidates will have a strong manufacturing background and a proven ability in leading and developing teams. You will also possess:
* A demonstrable background in manufacturing and leadership
* A working knowledge of production planning and efficiency optimisation
* Strong communication skills
* A continuous improvement mindset
* A determination to succeed and improve
* The ability to work under pressure and to tight planning schedules where different manufacturing processes combine
* Strong H&S mindset and proven ability to balance HSEQ with output
* Experience in managing departmental budgets would be advantageous
What's on Offer
* £70-75k
* Potential for car allowance
* Wider benefits package including salary sacrifice pension, private healthcare and long service reward schemes
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