Factory Operations Manager in Leeds

Job Description

Factory Operations Manager role in Leeds focussing on the production, logistics, maintenance and HSEQ - looking for someone with a strong data driven mindset and a collaborative leadership approach. \n\nClient Details\n\nI'm currently working in partnership with a highly successful Leeds based manufacturer who supply a large range of products to a stable and growing customer base.\n\nThis leading UK business has experienced impressive growth in recent years and are looking for a Production Operations Manager / Factory Manager to maximise productivity, minimise cost and maintain quality through effective management of their manufacturing teams. \n\nDescription\n\nThe Factory Operations Manager will have full responsibility for the day-to-day running of production, logistics, maintenance and HSEQ across the site, and will have a huge impact on the strategic direction of the business.\n\nResponsibilities will include:\n\nProviding strong, visible leadership across all site functions\nCreating a culture of safety, accountability, performance, and continuous improvement\nEnsuring clear communication of goals, KPIs, and business priorities across the site\nModelling a 'safety first' culture, ensuring operational procedures, equipment and processes allow for a safe working environment for all employees\nDriving continuous improvement activities and working alongside the MD to review strategic developments for the business's long-term success\nWorking closely with the SHEQ team to ensure effective quality assurance systems are embedded, maintained, and continuously improved\nLeading the planning and execution of daily production, logistics & maintenance activities to achieve output targets, service levels, and cost objectivesProfile\n\nSuccessful candidates will have a strong manufacturing background in a fast-paced product base, and a proven ability in leading and developing teams.

You will also possess:\n\nA demonstrable background in manufacturing and leadership\nStrong H&S mindset and proven ability to balance HSEQ with output\nGood communication skills at all levels of the business\nA continuous improvement mindset - lean/TPM background \nA determination to succeed and improve\nDemonstrable ability to lead and manage change in an organisation Job Offer\n\n£60-75k\nPerformance related bonuses\nWider benefits package including salary sacrifice pension, private healthcare and long service reward schemes \n\nIf you're interested in taking the next step in your career, get in touch today