Head of Production

Bristol Industrial; Wales; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Head of Production to lead operations and ensure world-class manufacturing standards at their North Wales facility. This role offers a competitive salary of £85,000 plus profit share, with numerous perks such as onsite parking, a pension, and private healthcare. Ideal candidates will have senior-level manufacturing leadership experience and a strong background in Lean Manufacturing and process improvement. Don't miss the chance to lead a dynamic production team to excellence!

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Company pension

Paid weekends off

Regular pay reviews

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Retail Discount Scheme

Private Healthcare

Positive work environment

Onsite canteen

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of modern production and packaging processes.
• Experience in construction or manufacturing environments essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations and manage 50 employees.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards.
• Manage operational budgets and collaborate with Finance.
• Shape supply chain strategy.

Skills

Senior-level manufacturing leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical skills

Communication

People management

Problem-solving

Job description

Head of Production – Manufacturing | £85,000 + Profit Share | North Wales (CH5 2NU)

Location: CH5 2NU, North Wales

Salary: £85,000 + Profit Share

Hours: Mon–Thu 07:30–16:15, Fri 07:00–13:30

One of the UK’s leadingmanufacturers is seeking an experienced Head of Production to lead operations and deliver world-class manufacturing standards at their North Wales facility.

The Role

• Full leadership responsibility for site operations and 50 employees
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards
• Manage operational budgets and collaborate with Finance
• Shape supply chain strategy and lead change management

Skills & Experience

• Senior-level manufacturing leadership (e.g., Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Factory Manager, Production Director)
• Strong knowledge of modern production and packaging processes
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving, and process improvement
• Commercially astute with excellent analytical and decision‑making skills
• Exceptional communication and people management abilities
• Experience in construction or manufacturing environmentsessential

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary: £85,000 per annum + Profit Share
• Free onsite parking
• Company pension
• Weekends off
• Regular pay reviews
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Retail Discount Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Positive, welcoming work environment
• Onsite canteen

Apply today and lead this production team to operational excellence!

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.