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Factory Manager

Reed
Posted 5 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9TY

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Manufacturing Factory Manager
  • Annual Salary: Competitive 
  • Location: SN16 
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Manufacturing Manager to effectively manage the manufacturing function of our clients business, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in both the operation and management of sheet metal fabrication and finishing.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Oversee production planning and ensure shop floor resources are available to meet customer delivery dates.
  • Manage the training program for all shop floor employees, ensuring adequate availability of skills.
  • Conduct annual employee appraisals and formulate plans for individual and collective improvement.
  • Consult with Production Supervisors daily to allocate resources effectively and ensure on-time delivery.
  • Handle shop floor recruitment, employee induction, and manage employee holiday/sickness records.
  • Manage the Health & Safety activities of the business, ensuring full compliance.
  • Demonstrate the use of machinery effectively for training purposes and to showcase manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with senior management to implement new plant processes and troubleshoot problems on the shop floor.
  • Maintain and assess the production training matrix, ensuring a structured training schedule is adhered to.
  • Oversee the purchasing of raw materials and the assessment and installation of new machinery.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in managing sheet metal fabrication and finishing operations.
  • Skilled engineer, draughtsman, and estimator.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to manage and develop a team.
  • Proficient in CAD/Programming for the design of new products.
  • Excellent organisational skills to handle administrative tasks and maintain electronic document filing.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and Saturdays as required.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Dynamic and supportive work environment.

To apply for this Manufacturing Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role, or email  

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.