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Factory General Manager

First People Recruitment Limited
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

Chichester, West Sussex PO19 1PR, England

Salary

£100,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Factory General Manager position in West Sussex offers a salary of up to £100,000, along with a £9,000 car allowance and a 10% employer pension contribution.
  • This role is ideal for an experienced leader in FMCG (high-volume) manufacturing, requiring a strong background in operational excellence and team management.
  • Key responsibilities include driving a high-performance culture, implementing operational metrics, and defining long-term investment strategies for business growth.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic projects and enhance site-wide processes for improved productivity.
  • Candidates should possess strong numerical and communication skills, with a proven track record in leading high-performing teams, and are encouraged to apply from across the UK.

Factory General Manager - FMCG (High Volume) Manufacturing

West Sussex
Lead a State-of-the-Art FMCG Manufacturing Site

Salary: Up to 100k, 9k car allowance, 10% employer pension contribution, discretionary bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a fast-growing and ambitious FMCG manufacturing business operating in a high-volume, cutting-edge production environment. With significant investment in facilities and a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader to take a thriving site to the next level.

Tell me more!

As Factory General Manager, you will report directly to the Group Operations Manager and take full responsibility for site leadership, operational performance, and strategic growth.

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & Culture - Drive a high-performance culture, embedding company values and fostering a positive, engaged workforce.
Operational Excellence - Implement and monitor key performance metrics to ensure sustained improvements in efficiency, quality, and output.
Capital & Growth Strategy - Define long-term investment requirements to support continued business expansion.
Continuous Improvement - Lead site-wide initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and maximise productivity.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic projects aligned with business goals.

What do I need?

We are looking for an experienced site leader with a strong background in FMCG (high-volume) manufacturing. You will be a strategic thinker, an inspirational people leader and a confident decision-maker with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. Strong numerical and communication skills, alongside a track record of driving operational excellence, are essential.

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong culture and excellent long-term career prospects.

We encourage applications from candidate's across the UK who are open to relocating, immediate commutable areas are Southampton, Portsmouth, Gosport, Waterlooville, Havant, Petersfield, Winchester, Fareham, Chichester, Bognor Regis, Worthing.

If you wish to discuss this role in more detail and discreetly, please contact Neil Williams at FPR Group on 02392-483-944, or click on 'Apply Now' to send your CV to us, we will review and come back to you swiftly! FPR Group is acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.

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