Cockermouth Manufacturing Site Head

1 day ago


Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time
About the Company:

Austin Fraser is a leading global industrial business supplying high-performance fluid sealing products and associated knowledge-based services to virtually every industry sector.

About the Role:

  • Develop and implement a site manufacturing strategy aligned to the James Walker Group and SBU strategic plan.
  • Drive Lean/CI initiatives to raise productivity, quality, and customer service levels while reducing cost.
  • Manage the relationship with the Union; chair Union Meetings, deal with disputes, and lead T&Cs and wage negotiations.
  • Ensure the site delivers a right first time, quality product to customers.
  • Deliver World Class performance at the Cockermouth site.
  • Maintain registration to Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Demonstrate strong and impactful leadership, motivation, and drive.
  • Experienced in Manufacturing Planning.
  • Demonstrated experience as successful manufacturing Operations/Site Manager.
  • Able to contribute to the strategic development of a business and develop and execute strategy.
  • Demonstrated delivery of a step change in performance within a manufacturing business.

Benefits:

  • An estimated salary range of £90,000 - £140,000 per annum.
  • A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension scheme, and paid vacation time.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.


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