Head of Manufacturing

Radar Recruitment; Bromley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Manufacturing to lead a high-volume operation in Bromley. In this role, you'll oversee a dedicated workforce and ensure optimal manufacturing performance while fostering a culture of collaboration and empowerment. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader experienced in operational excellence and lean methodologies. This position offers the chance to significantly impact performance within a dynamic organisation, backed by senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven success managing large operational teams in fast‑moving environments.
• Engaging leadership style with strong communication.
• Experienced in deploying lean and continuous improvement.
• Passion for building high‑performing teams.
• Confidence to challenge and innovate.

Responsibilities

• Lead a large operational workforce (150+ people).
• Ensure manufacturing performance and productivity.
• Build a culture of empowerment and accountability.
• Manage day-to-day high‑volume operations effectively.

Skills

Leadership in operational settings

Lean and continuous improvement

Team building

Effective communication

Process optimization

Job description

This range is provided by Radar Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Head of Manufacturing

High Growth, High Volume Operation | Multi-Site Leadership

Ready to take the lead in a fast‑paced, high volume manufacturing environment where your decisions shape performance, culture, and long‑term success?

We’re searching for a Head of Manufacturing who thrives in complex operational settings and knows how to bring the best out of large teams. This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role within a dynamic organisation that values pace, precision, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading a sizeable and dedicated operational workforce (150+ people)
• End‑to‑end manufacturing performance, productivity, and process excellence.
• Building a culture based on empowerment, accountability, and collaboration.
• Managing high‑volume day‑to‑day operations that demand clarity, structure, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven success managing large operational teams in fast‑moving environments.
• A naturally engaging leadership style – clear communicator, inspiring coach, visible presence on the ground.
• Strong track record and credibility in deploying lean, continuous improvement and process optimisation.
• A passion for building high‑performing teams and improving ways of working.
• The confidence to challenge, the curiosity to innovate, and the drive to deliver.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare chance to shape a manufacturing operation with full backing from the senior team. You’ll have the scope to influence, improve, and elevate performance — with the autonomy to build something exceptional and the support to make it happen.

If you’re a hands‑on, people‑focused leader who knows how to navigate complexity and inspire at scale, we’d love to hear from you.

Keywords

Head of Manufacturing, Head of Production, Head of Manufacturing Operations

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Manufacturing and Management

Industries: Manufacturing

Location: London, England, United Kingdom