Factory Manager- 6 Months FTC

D R Newitt & Associates; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a qualified professional for a role involving HS&E and quality management. The position requires proven leadership skills and experience in the food manufacturing sector. You will ensure high standards and resource management while driving team development. The role offers a salary range of £68,000 - £70,000 per annum with additional benefits focused on employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Retail discount scheme

Employee well-being support

Training opportunities

Charity initiatives

Physical well-being benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a food manufacturing environment with a focus on results.
• Ability to manage, inspire, coach, and develop teams.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of the HS&E plan in conjunction with the HS&E Manager.
• Maintain high quality standards in conjunction with the Technical function.
• Lead management and development of individuals and teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Organizational skills

Initiative

Education

Graduate calibre by education or experience

Job description

Overview

Market Leading Food Manufacturer now looking to recruit...
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Shifts: 4 on 4 off - 6am - 6pm DAYS ONLY
Contract duration: 6 months with potential for extension and to go permanent
Location: Shropshire
Salary: £68,000 - £70,000 per annum

Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of the HS&E plan in area of control, in conjunction with the HS&E Manager, actively promoting a safety culture, ensuring all HS&E requirements are met.
• Ensure high quality standards are maintained in area of control, in conjunction with Technical function, actively promoting a quality culture, ensuring all quality requirements are met.
• Have a list of Standard operations to enable the department to be trained in Housekeeping controls.
• Ensure adequate resources are in place to provide the best possible service by planning and control.
• Lead the management and development of individuals and teams in area of control in order to deliver business objectives and ensure sustainability of skills for the future.
• Ensure regular and effective communications in area of control and across functions. Support operational departments with advice and information to maintain production flow through the business.
• Actively drive budget controls on Materials and Labour.
• Control of Absence
• To ensure correct and consistent application of company policies and procedures.
• To participate in the above at the appropriate level.
• Work closely with NPD to support the growth agenda
• Provision of capital expenditure plans.
• Ensure the department maintains a continuous improvement culture.
• Projects; carry out ad hoc projects as and when necessary.

Candidate

• Graduate calibre by education or experience
• Proven experience within a Food manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on delivering results
• Credible leadership style with the ability to manage, inspire, coach and develop individuals and teams
• Drive and initiative to deliver results in a demanding environment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Proven Lean Manufacturing experience
• Computer literate
• Strategic and commercial acumen with the ability to turn plans into action and execution

Why choose this role and Company?

• Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real difference.
• Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits - Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing - mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools