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Were seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Manager to lead a manufacturing operation in Kings Lynn to new heights. If you have a passion for processes, driving efficiency, and leading teams, this role is for you!
What Youll Do:
- Oversee the entire plant manufacturing operation, ensuring cost-efficient and timely production.
- Identify and implement improvements using modern manufacturing techniques to boost productivity, quality, and output.
- Collaborate with other departments to enhance quality, delivery, and build a positive team culture.
- Apply ITW principles such as Trade Focus, Market Rate Demand, and Product Line Simplification.
- Manage daily factory operations, maintain production plans, and ensure targets for productivity and quality are met.
- Monitor and improve cost efficiencies, stock levels, and manufacturing methods to reduce costs.
- Develop and implement quality and health and safety systems.
- Lead the development and training of production staff, managing overtime and recruitment as needed.
- Implement continuous improvements in production methods, equipment, and layouts.
- Proven experience in production management, with a track record of exceeding productivity and quality targets.
- Expertise in implementing LEAN, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other manufacturing systems.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of liaising with all levels within the company.
- Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Experience in volume and small batch production in a semi-automated and manual environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and proven commercial acumen.
- Minimum HNC or equivalent in Mechanical, Electronic, Electrical, or Production Engineering.
- Previous experience in Plant Management with a focus on continuous improvement and team development.
- A challenging and rewarding role within a growing company.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Monday Thursday 7am 3:30pm - Friday 7am 1pm
- 38 hours per week
- 25 days annual leave
- Excellent company pension
- Mental health support onsite
- Free onsite parking
- Wellbeing benefits as part of the pension
- Private Healthcare and HealthCare Cash Plan benefit options
- Onsite canteen
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised bySiamo Bedford,who are acting as an employment agency / business.
One of our Recruitment Specialists will now review your application. Due to the high volume of applicationsSiamo Recruitmentreceive, it is with regret we are unable to respond to all candidates directly.
