Factory General Manager

FPR Group; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a seasoned leader to join a fast-growing FMCG manufacturing firm in West Sussex. This role as Factory General Manager involves overseeing site leadership, operational performance, and strategic growth in a high-volume production environment. You will be instrumental in driving a high-performance culture, implementing operational excellence, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. With a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and a commitment to innovation, this forward-thinking organization offers excellent long-term career prospects and the chance to make a significant impact. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Employer Pension Contribution

Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-volume FMCG manufacturing leadership.
• Strong track record in driving operational excellence and team development.

Responsibilities

• Drive a high-performance culture and embed company values.
• Implement key performance metrics for operational improvements.
• Lead initiatives to enhance processes and reduce waste.

Skills

FMCG Manufacturing

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Numerical Skills

Job description

Factory General Manager - FMCG (High Volume) Manufacturing

West Sussex
Lead a State-of-the-Art FMCG Manufacturing Site

Salary: Up to 100k, 9k car allowance, 10% employer pension contribution, discretionary bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a fast-growing and ambitious FMCG manufacturing business operating in a high-volume, cutting-edge production environment. With significant investment in facilities and a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader to take a thriving site to the next level.

Tell me more!

As Factory General Manager, you will report directly to the Group Operations Manager and take full responsibility for site leadership, operational performance, and strategic growth.

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & Culture - Drive a high-performance culture, embedding company values and fostering a positive, engaged workforce.
Operational Excellence - Implement and monitor key performance metrics to ensure sustained improvements in efficiency, quality, and output.
Capital & Growth Strategy - Define long-term investment requirements to support continued business expansion.
Continuous Improvement - Lead site-wide initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and maximise productivity.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic projects aligned with business goals.

What do I need?

We are looking for an experienced site leader with a strong background in FMCG (high-volume) manufacturing. You will be a strategic thinker, an inspirational people leader and a confident decision-maker with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. Strong numerical and communication skills, alongside a track record of driving operational excellence, are essential.

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong culture and excellent long-term career prospects.

We encourage applications from candidate's across the UK who are open to relocating, immediate commutable areas are Southampton, Portsmouth, Gosport, Waterlooville, Havant, Petersfield, Winchester, Fareham, Chichester, Bognor Regis, Worthing.

If you wish to discuss this role in more detail and discreetly, please contact Neil Williams at Kingdom People on 02392-483-944, or click on "Apply Now" to send your CV to us, we will review and come back to you swiftly!

Kindom People are acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.

Note: this is the location of the town or city the job is in and not the exact location of the employer.

• Salary Up to £100000 per annum + BONUS + CAR