Manufacturing Operations Manager

7 days ago


Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Major Talent Full time £56,000

Job Summary:

Major Talent is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to join an established FMCG business. As part of the Leadership Team, you will be responsible for the operational performance across the factory through effective leadership, lean manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement tools.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee complete production operations, ensuring quality control, staff management, and monitoring production schedules.
  • Optimize production processes, lead through direct reports, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Ensure product is made to specification, and Health & Safety rules are always followed.
  • Hold daily reviews (KPI driven) within your department, focusing on improvement and plan conformance.
  • Liaise with the production planner to deliver the most efficient production plan.
  • Set Team leaders objectives, hold reviews, and coach to success or hold to account.
  • Manage and control WIP, recommending and implementing process improvement.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience within FMCG sector in a previous position.
  • IOSH certificate preferred, but commitment to undertake if not already achieved.
  • Level 3 HACCP and Level 3 Food Safety but commitment to undertake if not already achieved.
  • CI yellow belt preferred, but commitment to undertake if not already achieved.
  • Clear evidence of driving sustainable change at shift level in a fast-moving food manufacturing environment.
  • Clear evidence of driving performance improvement through engaged teams at shift level.
  • Diverse awareness and application of varied processes, systems, and CI techniques.

What's in it for you:

  • A competitive base salary starting at £56,000.
  • Working hours: days, 3 on 3 off, 7am - 7pm.
  • 22 Days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
  • Private Medical Cover.
  • Employee benefits programme.

About Major Talent:

Major Talent acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities.



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