Our client is a National manufacturer FMCG products.
This position will focus upon their automated manufacturing operations, based in the Birstall area of Leeds.Reporting to the Manufacturing Operations Manager the role will be focused around the development of their manufacturing teams, systems and processes.
Taking responsibility for Production, Engineering, CI, Quality, H&S and logistics.
With big investment planned over the next few years.
We are looking for someone with extensive experience with People focused management skills in a manufacturing environmentWhat's in it for you as Manufacturing Operations Manager
A Salary of £70,0000
KPI Driven Bonus
Monday - Friday Working (Core hours 8am-5pm) Flexibility within reason
Enhanced Company Pension
Location - Birstall/Leeds
Working with a forward thinking FMCG manufacturing company with huge invest plans including company expansion
Genuine Career development available with large investment
Description of the Manufacturing Operations Manager
Responsible for the overall management of manufacturing sites covering engineering, maintenance, H&S, Logistics and manufacturing operations
Overall headcount between 90-110 reports, Direct and lead direct reports across the site, Accountable for all QHSE and 5s initiatives across the sites.
Develop and maintain qualified personnel within the departments and delivering Morning meetings with delivery of Toolbox Talks
Drive a continuous improvement mind-set within plant environment, Control all costs that directly affect the plants performance.
Key Roles and Requirements of the Manufacturing Operations Manager
Worked at a Site General Manager, Plant manager, Operations manager, factory manager, Senior Production Manager or equivalent experience.
Substantial experience gained in a senior level operations role within a complex, results orientated environment
Able to demonstrate track record of success in a changing, fast moving environment with a heavy Project focus
Ability to clearly identify bottlenecks within a manufacturing process, capable of quickly interpreting and 'owning' the process and able to extrapolate the detail
Highly KPI orientated - capable of achieving over and above expectations, use the information to create further business growth/development
Essential Experience needed for the Manufacturing Operations Manager
Experience ideally within Kaizen, Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing with NEBOSH desirable IOSH essential
Be able to deliver Daily, Weekly and Monthly reports into the Operations Director and Working with and alongside Senior Leadership stakeholders within the business
Previously worked within Manufacturing liaising with Production, HSE, Quality, Warehousing and Engineering
This position would suit Operations Manufacturing Manager, Senior Production Manager, Senior Site Manufacturing Lead or Factory Manager ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Morley, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £70000.00 - £75000.00 per annum
Posted: 2026-06-26 09:57:09
