Plant Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are currently supporting a global manufacturing organisation in the confidential recruitment of an Interim Plant Manager, based at a high-volume site near Bath. This is an urgent requirement with an immediate start available and the potential for the role to transition into a permanent position in due course.

The site is a key facility within the group’s UK operations, employing over 300 people and producing a wide range of SKUs across multiple product lines. The environment is fast-paced and complex, with both established and recently introduced equipment on site, and a strong pipeline of investment planned over the coming years.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Full operational responsibility for the manufacturing site, driving performance, safety, and efficiency

• Leading a senior management team across core areas including Production, Engineering, Projects, CI, Technical and HSE

• Overseeing a large unionised workforce and maintaining positive employee relations

• Delivering high levels of OTIF performance in a multi-SKU, high-volume production environment

• Supporting integration and transformation activity across the site, including capital investment programmes

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory, safety and quality standards

• Acting as a visible and effective leader during a period of operational change

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role (Plant Manager / Site Manager or equivalent)

• Strong background in managing large teams in a unionised environment

• Exposure to high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing (ideally with multiple product lines)

• Ability to work under pressure and bring stability and direction to a large site

• Immediate availability for interim work, with interest in longer-term opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a business undergoing positive change. You’ll be given the autonomy and backing to make an immediate impact, with the added potential to secure a longer-term position.

To discuss this role confidentially, please apply now or contact Elevation Recruitment Group directly.