Plant Manager

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader ready to take on a pivotal role in a world-class, highly regulated environment? Victrex is seeking a Plant Manager to lead and manage all aspects of production at our Rotherham facility

You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards in safety, health, environment (SHE), process safety, quality, production output, inventory accuracy, cost control, and people management. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement in a complex, innovative manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing activities, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards (including COMAH).
• Develop and implement annual objectives and plans aligned with the manufacturing strategy.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage plant budgets in line with business plans.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people management.
• Oversee production planning and resource optimisation to meet targets and deadlines.
• Support customer complaint resolution and implement improvement solutions.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and manufacturing practices to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure effective risk management for hazards within the business area.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to embed integrated ways of working and achieve company objectives.

About You

• Significant, proven experience managing manufacturing or plant operations in a highly regulated environment.
• In-depth knowledge of process safety, SHE management, process engineering, maintenance, and finance.
• Strong understanding of relevant regulatory and legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in fast-paced, demanding environments with strong prioritisation skills.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline (essential).
• Chartered Engineer or equivalent.

Key Metrics

• Manage a site with expenditure of £30million and a team of 70 people.
• Oversee complex chemical and material processing operations in a Top Tier COMAH environment.
• Responsible for plant capacity improvements by driving Overall Equipment Effectiveness.

Why Join Us?
Victrex is a global leader in high-performance polymer solutions, operating in highly regulated markets and committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability. Join us to make a real impact in a unique, challenging, and rewarding environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer an attractive benefits package including private healthcare, 29 days holiday and a generous company pension contribution.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.
At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.

About Victrex
Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.

With over 40 years' experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders

Vision and culture
At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.

Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.

We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change.

As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.

Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever-changing landscape.

Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities.

We are proud to be recognised as a 'Disability Confident' employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by 'The Sunday Times' not just once, but for two years in succession A testament to our people-first culture, where innovation and adaptability thrive in a digital-first, AI-driven workplace; we are proud to have once again retained this very prestigious award

As well as being recognised as one of the
'Most Admired Companies in the Chemical Sector' by The London Stock Exchange
: Recognition of our commitment to excellence, transformation, and data-driven insights, empowering every team member to embrace change and drive success.

We're also delighted to be acknowledged as a top performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for Women in Leadership and Women on Boards Victrex has been ranked joint 4th among UK-listed FTSE 250 companies, standing alongside much larger peers.

Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:

The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.

We are always here to help provide any 'reasonable adjustments' you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.

We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that's right for you, right from the start

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Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community.