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Head of Manufacturing

Jackson Hogg

Newton Aycliffe

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Une entreprise de fabrication en pleine croissance recherche un Group Head of Manufacturing pour superviser ses opérations sur trois sites de production à fort volume. Ce rôle stratégique et pratique requiert une expertise à fort volume en amélioration continue et en transformation opérationnelle. Le candidat sera responsable de l'alignement des personnes, des processus et de la performance, avec un impact significatif sur la culture et l'efficacité de l'organisation.

Benefits

Car Allowance
Bonus
Benefits

Qualifications

  • Expérience avérée dans la direction d'opérations de fabrication multi-sites à fort volume.
  • Capacité à conduire des transformations et à développer des équipes performantes.
  • Présence forte en leadership avec aptitude à l'alignement et à la responsabilité.

Responsibilities

  • Posséder et mettre en œuvre la stratégie de fabrication à l'échelle du groupe sur plusieurs sites.
  • Diriger, coacher et développer les équipes de direction sur site pour garantir une haute performance.
  • Identifier et mettre en œuvre des opportunités d'alignement des processus.

Skills

Leadership
Transformation opérationnelle
Amélioration continue
Communication
Engagement des parties prenantes
Planification stratégique

Education

Diplôme en Ingénierie, Opérations ou Business

Tools

ERP (e.g. SAP)

Job description

Head of Manufacturing

Newton Aycliffe

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

Shape the future. Build a world-class operation. Lead with purpose.

We’re supporting a growing UK manufacturing group in their search for a Group Head of Manufacturing to lead operations across three high-volume production sites.

This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role. You’ll align people, process, and performance - driving operational excellence, cultural cohesion, and long-term transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own and deliver the group-wide manufacturing strategy across multiple sites
  • Lead, coach, and develop site leadership teams to ensure high performance
  • Embed robust governance, Lean principles, and structured improvement routines
  • Identify and implement opportunities for process alignment, investment, and innovation
  • Represent manufacturing at senior leadership level, influencing wider business decisions

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven track record in leading high-volume, multi-site manufacturing operations
  • Experience in operational transformation, team development, and continuous improvement
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive alignment and accountability
  • Commercially minded with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and delivery
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning skills

Desirable:

  • Lean Six Sigma or equivalent qualification
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP)
  • Degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business

This is a pivotal opportunity for a manufacturing leader ready to make a lasting impact, shaping world-class operations and culture across a dynamic group.

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