Manufacturing Manager

South Wales

£55,000 - £65,000

Job Reference: GG/1816

Overview

Your chance to join a very successful, international food manufacturer with a strong customer base of famous brands.

The successful Manufacturing Manager will ensure efficient production processes, high quality products, a safe work environment and the implementation of production plans.

The Role

The successful Manufacturing Manager will:

* Ensure safe working practices and respond quickly to any food safety or quality concerns.

* Manage daily line operations to hit production targets efficiently.

* Track KPIs and act fast to correct performance gaps.

* Uphold quality, safety, and production standards across all shifts.

* Identify process improvements to boost output and cut waste.

* Champion continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, or similar tools.

* Drive automation and upgrade initiatives on production lines.

* Lead and inspire the production team to deliver strong results.

* Support training, coaching, and development across all team levels.

* Hold regular team huddles to align on goals and tackle challenges.

* Collaborate with supply chain to build achievable, resource-smart production plans.

* Coordinate with maintenance to plan equipment servicing and reduce downtime.

* Report on production performance, costs, and quality trends.

* Spot operational risks early and put preventative measures in place.

* Take ownership of site success and encourage a proactive mindset.

* Promote open, constructive conversations to drive continuous growth.

* Support and lead quality reviews, helping to solve and prevent future issues.

The Candidate

The successful Manufacturing Manager will:

* Have proven leadership in a fast-paced management role.

* Have a good understanding of workplace safety standards and protocols.

* Be comfortable using data and stats to solve problems and improve processes.

* Be a confident presenter, able to communicate clearly at all levels.

* Have a track record of influencing change.

* Build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

* Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture.

Next Steps

To apply for this Manufacturing Manager opportunity, click apply or contact Gilbert Gregory at Gregory Walker quoting reference GG/1816.

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