Manufacturing Manager role based in Liverpool. Senior Management role working for a well established SME Manufacturing Company.

Client Details

Our client is an industrial SME manufacturing company based in Liverpool. They are going through an exciting period of positive change and expected growth, and following and internal move they are looking for a Manufacturing Manager.

Description

Main Purpose of the Role

Directing all aspects of manufacturing in order to produce cost-effective, timely and high quality products in a safe & secure working environment.

Improve operational management systems, processes and drive best practice

Develop & mentor the manufacturing team

Main Duties

Manage the development, implementation and continual improvement of the operating methods, equipment, systems infrastructure used to realize operating goals and objectives

Directing development of production work schedules to meet internal goals and customer expectations; monitoring process and personnel performance of scheduled work activities to remove operating impediments and achieve established operating goals.

Ensures the compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to drive performance improvements (S,Q,D,C,P)

Conduct regular performance evaluations & provide constructive feedback and coaching

Focus on driving efficiencies & margin enhancement

Identify & implement automation solutions

Profile

You will be an operations manager, production manager or manufacturing manager (or equivalent) with a proven track record within a SME industrial manufacturing company.

We are considering all industrial manufacturing backgrounds such as metal components, precision engineering, welding, fabrication, machining, capital equipment manufacture and production assembly, these being from general manufacturing, automotive or aerospace sectors alike.

Furthermore to being a strong leader and people manager we need the following capabilities as well........

Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.

Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.

Knowledge and understanding of Lean principles and Six Sigma methodology to continuously improve the business.

Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies : Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

Proven progressive responsibility in manufacturing, including experience in formal manufacturing operations leadership.

Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization, to direct and motivate people to ensure goals are met.

Proven experience in a manufacturing or production management role - middle or senior management

Desired experience in sustainable manufacturing, embracing technological advancements, and implementing automation solutions

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Computer literate

Job Offer

45,000 to 55,000 plus car allowance and benefits